Tomato and Cottage Cheese Snack
Elevate your snack game with this quick and refreshing Tomato and Cottage Cheese Snack, a perfect balance of creamy, juicy, and herbaceous flavors. In just 10 minutes, you can assemble this light yet satisfying dish using fresh, wholesome ingredients like ripe tomatoes, creamy cottage cheese, and fragrant basil leaves. A drizzle of olive oil and optional balsamic glaze adds a rich, tangy touch, while a sprinkle of salt and pepper enhances the natural flavors. Ideal for a healthy appetizer, side dish, or midday snack, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also beautifully vibrant, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking for a low-carb treat or a quick vegetarian snack, this recipe is your go-to for delicious simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Large tomatoes
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry.
Slice each tomato into thick slices, roughly 1/3-inch thick, and arrange them on a serving plate.
Spoon the cottage cheese evenly onto the tomato slices, spreading it gently with a spoon if needed.
Drizzle olive oil over the tomatoes and cottage cheese for added flavor and moisture.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the prepared tomato slices.
Place a fresh basil leaf on top of each tomato slice as a garnish.
If desired, drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the top for a touch of sweetness.
Serve immediately and enjoy this healthy and delicious snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 845 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 583 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
