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Fresh Cottage Cheese Protein Bowl Recipe for Easy Healthy Meals

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A quick, simple, and satisfying protein bowl featuring fresh cottage cheese, berries, nuts, and honey. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, this bowl is creamy, tangy, and packed with protein.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh cottage cheese, small-curd, low-fat
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
  • 2 tbsp (15 g) chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) honey (or maple syrup as vegan alternative)
  • 1 tsp (5 g) chia seeds (optional)
  • A pinch of ground cinnamon
  • A few fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Drain the cottage cheese if needed by placing it in a fine mesh strainer for 5 minutes to remove excess liquid for a thicker texture. Skip if you prefer a looser texture.
  2. Rinse berries gently under cold water. Hull and slice strawberries if using. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. Roughly chop nuts and finely chop fresh mint leaves if using.
  4. Spoon the cottage cheese into a serving bowl.
  5. Scatter fresh berries evenly on top of the cottage cheese.
  6. Sprinkle chopped nuts and chia seeds over the berries.
  7. Lightly dust with ground cinnamon.
  8. Drizzle honey evenly over the bowl.
  9. Garnish with chopped mint leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

Use high-quality small-curd cottage cheese for best texture. Drain excess whey for a thicker base. Add crunchy nuts just before serving to avoid sogginess. You can swap honey for maple syrup or vanilla extract with stevia for lower sugar. Prep toppings separately if making ahead to keep freshness.

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Keywords: cottage cheese, protein bowl, healthy meal, quick recipe, fresh berries, nuts, honey, high protein, low carb, gluten-free

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