Protein-rich bowl with creamy cottage cheese, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a hint of spice for a vibrant start.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or whole milk
→ Fresh Vegetables
02 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/4 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
06 - 1 small radish, thinly sliced
→ Toppings and Flavorings
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
12 - Pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes, optional
13 - 1 tablespoon toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, optional
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two serving bowls.
02 - Arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, spinach, and radish on top of the cottage cheese in a visually appealing manner.
03 - Drizzle each bowl with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika or chili flakes if using.
04 - Garnish with chopped chives, parsley, and toasted seeds.
05 - Serve immediately, mixing the ingredients together just before eating.