Pescatarian Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Bright, fresh, and endlessly satisfying, this cottage cheese bowl is the kind of no-cook meal that feels far more indulgent than the effort involved. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a creamy, protein-packed base that pairs beautifully with juicy halved cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil — a combination that tastes like summer in every bite. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while the optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweet tang that takes the whole bowl up a notch. A pinch of flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper round out the flavors with just the right amount of seasoning. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of gluten, there's no need to hunt down specialty swaps or scrutinize labels — it just works. This is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your weekday rotation, whether you need a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a high-protein snack that actually feels like a treat.
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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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