Vegetarian Gluten Free Tomato Basil Cottage Cheese Bowl
Creamy, fresh, and ready in minutes, this no-cook bowl is the kind of meal that feels indulgent without any of the effort. Full-fat cottage cheese forms a rich, protein-packed base that pairs beautifully with the bright pop of halved cherry tomatoes and fragrant torn basil. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil pulls everything together, while optional balsamic glaze adds a subtle sweetness that makes the whole bowl taste like something from a café menu. The flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper are small touches that make a big difference, and a pinch of red pepper flakes can kick things up if you're in the mood. It's naturally free from grains and gluten-containing ingredients, so there's no swapping or substituting required — just straightforward, wholesome cooking. Whether you're eating it as a light lunch or a satisfying snack, this bowl proves that simple ingredients treated well are always the move.
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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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