Recipe: Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
High-protein recipes and meals have been a hot topic for a while now, and for good reason. Adequate protein intake means we have sufficient “building blocks” (amino acids) for essential processes throughout the body, such as tissue repair, immune function, bone health, as well as hormone and enzyme production. We also know the benefits of protein for satiety with meals and balancing blood sugar. Data has shown that eating consistent amounts of protein throughout the day has the most benefits and optimizes our body’s ability to absorb and utilize it (vs eating a lot in one sitting). We also know just how vital adequate protein intake is for anyone utilizing GLP-1 medications for weight loss, as it helps preserve lean tissues and muscle mass throughout the weight loss journey and beyond.
Thankfully, building our plates following the Plate Method ensures we consume sufficient protein at all meals and snacks. But for those days when we didn’t plan or were in a time crunch, protein can be easy to overlook. For a quick and affordable option, cottage cheese is a versatile high-protein source that can be paired with sweet (like fresh fruit) or savory selections (as we’ve included here). One cup of cottage cheese provides roughly 25 grams of protein (with small variations between brands), making it a fabulous mealtime option or a really high-protein snack.
Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
Serves 1
Ingredients
- 1 C cottage cheese
- 1/2 C raw veg (such as bell pepper slices, cucumber, cherry tomato, radishes)
- 2 T pumpkin seeds
- 1 serving crackers
- Optional toppings: Hot sauce, Everything Bagel Seasoning
Directions
- Assemble ingredients and enjoy!
- If preparing the night before, layer cottage cheese, veggies, seeds, and top with seasoning in an air-tight container.
- If desired, mix together (and add desired toppings) before serving. Pair with crackers.