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Cottage Cheese with Berries and Almonds

Cottage Cheese with Berries and Almonds

Snack
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
10min
Servings
4
Calories
303
Chef's Note

For the best texture and flavor, use a high-quality cottage cheese with small curds. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can pulse the cottage cheese in a food processor before adding the other ingredients. The toasted almonds add a wonderful crunch and nutty flavor that complements the creamy cottage cheese and sweet-tart berries perfectly.

Tags
high-protein
snack
berries
nuts
cottage cheese
quick
vegetarian
gluten-free
low-carb
dairy
Ingredients

  • 3 cups cottage cheese (2% fat)

  • 4 scoops vanilla protein powder

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves

  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds

Instructions
  • 1

    Toast 1/2 cup of sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant. Set aside to cool.

  • 2

    Wash all berries thoroughly. Hull and quarter 1 cup of strawberries, and set aside 1 cup each of blueberries and raspberries.

  • 3

    In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon until well combined.

  • 4

    In a large bowl, gently fold 3 cups of cottage cheese with 4 scoops of vanilla protein powder until evenly incorporated.

  • 5

    Add the honey-lemon mixture to the cottage cheese and fold gently to combine.

  • 6

    Chop 2 tablespoons of fresh mint leaves and fold into the cottage cheese mixture, reserving a few leaves for garnish.

  • 7

    Fold in 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, saving a small amount for garnish.

  • 8

    Divide the cottage cheese mixture evenly among four serving bowls.

  • 9

    Arrange the prepared berries attractively on top of each serving.

  • 10

    Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the berries.

  • 11

    Garnish with the reserved mint leaves and chia seeds.

  • 12

    Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
303
Calories
30g
Protein
15g
Carbs
14g
Fat
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