Prep Time: 5 minutes
Serving Size: ½ cup cottage cheese with ½ cup veggies
Calories: ~180
Ingredients:
• ½ cup cottage cheese
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4–5 slices of fresh tomato
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½ cup fresh arugula
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Optional: a few slices of cucumber
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Optional: thinly sliced red onion, drizzle of olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
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Spoon cottage cheese into a bowl.
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Top with fresh tomato slices and arugula.
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Add cucumber and red onion if desired.
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Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
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Enjoy immediately.
Symptom Support:
• Supports bone density and muscle strength with calcium and protein
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Aids digestion with probiotics
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Helps with blood sugar balance
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Provides mood and cognitive support
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May reduce bloating
Functional Benefits:
• High in calcium and protein for bone and muscle health
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Arugula and tomato offer antioxidants and vitamin C
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Gut-friendly with probiotics from cottage cheese
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Hydrating and fiber-rich
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Naturally low in sugar and carbs
Ingredient Swaps:
• Use ricotta or plain Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese
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Try baby spinach or watercress instead of arugula
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Use cherry tomatoes for a sweeter flavor
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Add a drizzle of olive oil or balsamic vinegar for extra richness