Savory Bowl with Cottage Cheese, Vegetables and Nuts

This savory cottage cheese bowl is a protein-packed, no-cook meal that’s perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even a post-workout snack. It's quick to assemble, endlessly flexible, and packed with vibrant flavors and textures — creamy cottage cheese, crunchy pistachios, fresh vegetables, and a drizzle of olive oil. It’s ideal for busy days or when you want something refreshing and satisfying without turning on the stove.

Ingredients (for 1 serving)

• 200 g low-fat cottage cheese

• 6–8 cherry tomatoes, halved

• ½ cucumber, diced

• ½ avocado, sliced

• 1 tbsp shelled pistachios (≈10 g) or other nuts

• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil

• A few fresh basil or parsley leaves

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Optional: squeeze of lemon juice or chili flakes

• Optional: add a boiled egg + hemp seeds to increase protein content

Instructions

1. Prepare the base: Scoop the cottage cheese into a medium bowl and spread it slightly to make a flat base.

2. Add toppings: Arrange cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado slices on top of the cottage cheese.

3. Finish with crunch and flavor: Sprinkle with nuts (e.g. pistachios) and herbs. Drizzle olive oil over everything and season with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice or chili flakes.

4. Serve: Enjoy immediately as a light meal or snack. No cooking, no cleanup — just fresh and nourishing.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per bowl	Incl. egg and hemp seeds
Calories (kcal)	400 kcal	560 kcal
Protein (g)	38 g	34 g
Fat (g)	15 g	28 g
Carbohydrates (g)	14 g	16 g
Calcium (mg)	315 mg	375 mg