This Cottage Cheese Mediterranean Bowl is a quick, fresh, high-protein, no-cook meal made with creamy cottage cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, Kalamata olives, capers, feta cheese, and extra virgin olive oil. It’s the perfect healthy lunch or snack that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3/4 cup cottage cheese
1 small tomato, chopped
1 cucumber, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
1 tablespoon sliced Kalamata olives
1 to 2 teaspoons capers, rinsed
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
Pinch of dried oregano
Instructions
1. Spread the cottage cheese evenly into the bottom of a serving bowl.
2. Top with the chopped tomatoes and sliced cucumber.
3. Sprinkle the capers and Kalamata olives over the vegetables.
4. Gently toss the ingredients if desired, or leave them layered for presentation.
5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
6. Drizzle with the extra virgin olive oil.
7. Finish with a pinch of dried oregano.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
Keep the cucumber skin on for added fiber and texture.
Add grilled chicken, tuna, or chickpeas for even more protein.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice makes a delicious finishing touch.
This recipe is best enjoyed immediately after assembling.