Pecan Free Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, this cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-cook meal that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes. Creamy full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-packed base, while juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil bring a bright, garden-fresh contrast that practically tastes like summer. A drizzle of good olive oil ties everything together, and the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweet tang that elevates the whole bowl. Tree nut allergies can make navigating packaged snacks and restaurant dishes genuinely exhausting, but this recipe keeps things refreshingly simple — every ingredient here is naturally free from pecans and other tree nuts, with no swaps or substitutions needed. The flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper finish each bowl with just the right amount of seasoning, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it a gentle kick if you're into that. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or even a quick high-protein breakfast when you want something savory.
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2 servings
- 2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze (optional)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls, spreading it into a shallow, even layer.
- 2
Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes and torn basil leaves over each bowl.
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