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Cottage Cheese & Pineapple Protein Bowl - Fresh, Creamy, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Cottage cheese: 1 cup (choose low-fat or full-fat based on preference)
  • Pineapple: 1 cup fresh chunks, or canned in juice (drained)
  • Honey or maple syrup: 1–2 teaspoons (optional, for sweetness)
  • Chia seeds or ground flax: 1 teaspoon
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut: 1 tablespoon
  • Toasted nuts: 2 tablespoons (almonds, cashews, or macadamias)
  • Vanilla extract: a few drops (optional)
  • Lime: 1 lime for zest or a squeeze of juice (optional but great)
  • Pinch of salt: just a tiny pinch to round flavors

Method
 

  1. Prep the pineapple. If using fresh pineapple, cut it into bite-size chunks. If using canned, drain it well. Patting it dry lightly with a paper towel helps keep the bowl from getting watery.
  2. Stir the cottage cheese. Add 1 cup of cottage cheese to a bowl and give it a quick stir to smooth it out. If you prefer it extra creamy, stir vigorously or pulse it in a blender for a few seconds.
  3. Add flavor boosters. Stir in a few drops of vanilla extract and a tiny pinch of salt. This small step makes everything taste more vibrant.
  4. Sweeten lightly. Drizzle 1–2 teaspoons of honey or maple syrup over the cottage cheese. If your pineapple is very sweet, you might not need this at all.
  5. Top with pineapple. Spoon the pineapple over the cottage cheese. Aim for a good ratio so you get fruit in every bite.
  6. Add crunch and fiber. Sprinkle chia seeds or ground flax, shredded coconut, and toasted nuts. The mix of textures keeps each spoonful interesting.
  7. Finish with citrus. Add a little lime zest or a quick squeeze of lime juice. This brightens the bowl and balances the creaminess.
  8. Serve immediately. Give it a gentle stir if you like everything combined, or leave the layers as is. Grab a spoon and enjoy.