A quick, high-protein, no-cook meal featuring creamy cottage cheese topped with vibrant vegetables, perfect for any time of the day.
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Total Time 5 minutesminutes
Serving Size 1serving
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
1cupcottage cheeseChoose small- or large-curd; full-fat for creamier texture
1/2cupcherry tomatoes, halved
1/2cupcucumber, diced(English cucumber works well)
1/4cupbell pepper, diced(any color)
1/4cupavocado, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh herbs (optional — parsley, chives, or dill)
Olive oil (optional for drizzling)
Your choice of toppings (nuts, seeds, extra veggies, olives, or a sprinkle of za’atar)
Instructions
Assembly
Place 1 cup of cottage cheese into a medium bowl.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and diced bell pepper. Gently fold to combine.
Arrange avocado slices on top. Add any extras (nuts, seeds, herbs, or olives).
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust.
If you like, finish with a light drizzle of olive oil. Serve right away, or cover and chill for meal prep.
Notes
For best texture, serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days, but keep avocado separate until ready to eat to prevent browning. Freezing is not recommended as it changes the texture of cottage cheese and fresh veggies.