34g protein per serving
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
A savory cottage cheese bowl with cucumber, tomatoes, turkey, herbs, and pepper.
Why this breakfast works
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl builds its protein from cottage cheese and turkey. At 34g protein and 335 calories, about 41% of its energy comes from protein, and it comes together in roughly 8 minutes. That protein density is what makes Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl so filling for its calories, which is exactly what you want when breakfast needs to hold you to lunch without going overboard.
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 3 ounces sliced turkey
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook 3 ounces sliced turkey along with any grain or potato base.
- Build the bowl with the protein most visible, then add 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 tablespoon chopped chives and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Finish with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper for flavor and a little richness.
- Serve warm, or store the components separately for better meal-prep results.
Practical notes
Recipe notes
- If you need a larger meal, add fruit, toast, potatoes, or an extra serving of yogurt.
- Best matched with: low carb, busy mornings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 335 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 34g |
| Carbs | 18g |
| Fat | 13g |
| Servings | 1 |
Questions
Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl FAQs
Can I meal prep Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl?
Some components can be prepped ahead, but it is best assembled close to serving for texture.
How can I adjust Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl?
Add fruit, oats, toast, potatoes, avocado, or an extra protein serving if you need a larger breakfast.
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