Hot Honey Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe (Protein Lunch) 🍯🥗
The Hot Honey Cottage Cheese Bowl is a delicious and nutritious lunch option that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the sweet heat of hot honey. Topped with fresh vegetables and a hint of seasoning, this bowl is not only satisfying but also packed with protein, making it a perfect choic
Ingredients
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese for a creamy base
- 1 tablespoon hot honey to drizzle over the top
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika for flavor
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for sautéing
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and diced cucumber to the skillet, seasoning with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese with a drizzle of hot honey, mixing well to incorporate. Adjust the amount of hot honey to your taste preference.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, remove them from the heat and let them cool slightly before adding them to the cottage cheese mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- Transfer the cottage cheese and vegetable mixture into serving bowls and top with chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
- Drizzle a little more hot honey over the top before serving for an extra kick of flavor.
Notes
Tip 1: For added protein, consider mixing in cooked quinoa or chickpeas.
Tip 2: This bowl can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Swap out the veggies for roasted bell peppers and add feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist.
Tip 2: This bowl can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Variation: Swap out the veggies for roasted bell peppers and add feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist.