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Cottage Cheese Veg Bowl

This cottage cheese veg bowl combines creamy, mild cottage cheese with vibrant, crunchy raw vegetables for a quick, nutritious meal. The dish features simple chopping, mixing, and seasoning steps that highlight the contrast of textures and flavors, resulting in a fresh, colorful presentation with a satisfying bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese soft, creamy
  • 1 red bell pepper deseeded and diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil light drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs parsley and cilantro, chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing spoon
  • Large plate or bowl

Method
 

  1. Dice the bell pepper into small, colorful pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes, keeping the cucumber thinly sliced for a crisp texture.
  2. Gently stir the cottage cheese in the bowl to loosen it slightly, ensuring it’s evenly creamy and ready to serve.
  3. Place a generous scoop of cottage cheese in the center of your plate or bowl, creating a lush base for the vegetables.
  4. Arrange the diced bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumbers around the cottage cheese for a vibrant, colorful presentation.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the vegetables and cottage cheese, then drizzle lightly with olive oil for added richness.
  6. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs over the top for a burst of herbal freshness, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Gently fold or mix the ingredients just enough to combine the flavors, being careful to keep the cottage cheese creamy and the vegetables crisp.
  8. Allow the bowl to sit for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld and the vegetables slightly soften, enhancing the overall taste.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired, and enjoy this fresh, crunchy, and creamy dish.