Pork 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 earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Juicy cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil sit on top of a creamy, protein-packed base, finished with a drizzle of good olive oil and a pinch of flaky sea salt. The optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together beautifully. Every ingredient here is naturally free from pork and pork derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, wholesome food. It's also completely gluten free as written, making it a smart choice for anyone navigating multiple dietary needs at once. Serve it as a light lunch, a satisfying snack, or even a quick high-protein breakfast that feels a little fancy without any real effort.
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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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