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Cottage Cheese With Sliced Peppers and Cherry Tomatoes – A Fresh, Protein-Packed Bowl

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (choose 2% or full-fat for extra creaminess)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced (mix colors for variety)
  • 1–2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil (optional but recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or red wine vinegar (optional for brightness)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika (optional)
  • Fresh herbs like chives, parsley, or basil, chopped (optional)
  • Everything bagel seasoning or za’atar (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. Prep the vegetables: Rinse the cherry tomatoes and bell peppers. Halve the tomatoes and thinly slice the peppers into strips for easy bites.
  2. Season the cottage cheese: Spoon the cottage cheese into a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper. Stir in a drizzle of olive oil if you want a silkier texture.
  3. Add acidity: Splash in lemon juice or a touch of red wine vinegar to wake up the flavors. This step makes a big difference.
  4. Layer the toppings: Scatter the sliced peppers and halved tomatoes over the cottage cheese. Try to distribute the colorful pieces evenly.
  5. Finish with flavor: Sprinkle red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for a mild kick. Add fresh herbs or a pinch of everything bagel seasoning or za’atar for extra depth.
  6. Taste and adjust: Add more salt, pepper, or acidity to balance the creaminess. If it tastes flat, a little more salt or lemon usually fixes it.
  7. Serve: Enjoy immediately with a spoon. If you’d like more crunch, pair it with whole-grain crackers or cucumber slices.