This bowl is so simple but hits every mark—creamy, juicy, fresh, and filling. You’ve got creamy cottage cheese, buttery avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a touch of olive oil and lemon for brightness. It’s a no-cook kind of meal that still feels like a full experience. Perfect when you want something clean, cool, and satisfying.
💛 Why I Love This Recipe
This one’s my go-to when I need something quick but still want to feel like I put care into my meal. It comes together in minutes but tastes like something you’d get from a fancy deli. I also love how the textures work—chunky avocado, juicy tomato, and creamy cottage cheese? Can’t go wrong.
Here’s why I keep coming back to it:
- 🥑 Avocado makes it feel rich without being heavy
- 🍅 Tomatoes bring that bright, juicy freshness
- 🧀 Cottage cheese adds a solid hit of protein
- 🥣 Ready in 5 minutes, no cooking required
- 🔁 Easy to customize with herbs or crunchy toppings
⏱️ Time & Servings
- Total Time: 5–10 minutes
- Servings: 1
📊 Exact Macros (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 6g
🔬 Why This Recipe Works (Quick Science)
- Avocado = healthy fats, which help your body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins in tomatoes.
- Tomatoes contain lycopene, which becomes more bioavailable when paired with fat (like avocado or olive oil).
- Cottage cheese gives casein protein, which digests slowly and keeps you feeling full longer.
- Layering flavors + textures makes it more satisfying and craveable.
🛒 Ingredients
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ avocado, diced
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Optional: chopped fresh basil, red pepper flakes, flaky sea salt
👩🍳 How to Make It
1. Dice Avocado + Halve Tomatoes
Cut the avocado into chunks and slice the cherry tomatoes in half.
2. Scoop Cottage Cheese into Bowl
Add ½ cup cottage cheese to the base of a bowl.
3. Add Avocado + Tomatoes
Layer diced avocado and halved tomatoes over the cottage cheese.
4. Drizzle & Season
Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on top. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and any optional herbs.
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🍽️ What to Serve With
This bowl works great on its own, but you can also pair it with:
- 🥖 Toasted sourdough or seeded crackers
- 🥬 A side salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- 🥚 A soft-boiled or jammy egg
- 🌾 Quinoa or farro for extra fiber and texture
📅 Meal Plan Ideas
- Breakfast: Add a jammy egg and eat it on toast
- Lunch: Serve with greens and roasted chickpeas
- Snack: Enjoy a half-portion for a protein-packed pick-me-up
- Dinner Add-On: Serve alongside grilled chicken or salmon
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Underripe avocado: You want buttery, not rubbery
- Too much liquid: If your cottage cheese is watery, strain it a bit for best texture
- Skipping seasoning: A pinch of salt and pepper makes the whole bowl pop
- Over-mixing: Layer it, don’t stir it into mush
❓ FAQ
Can I use regular tomatoes instead of cherry tomatoes?
Yep—just dice them and remove extra juice/seeds if they’re too wet.
Is there a best cottage cheese for this?
Go for small curd, low-fat or full-fat for the creamiest result.
Can I meal prep this?
You can chop the tomatoes and store separately. Add avocado fresh when serving so it doesn’t brown.
Is it good cold?
Absolutely! It’s meant to be served cold or room temp.
How long does it last?
Once assembled, best eaten right away. Components last 2–3 days if stored separately.
✨ That’s a Wrap
This Avocado Tomato Cottage Cheese Bowl proves that simple can still be satisfying. It’s fresh, creamy, packed with nutrients, and takes maybe 5 minutes to make. Add it to your weekly rotation and thank me later. 🥑🍅🥣