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Cottage Cheese Protein Power Bowl: Creamy, Protein‑Packed Comfort


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  • Author: CHAHD recipes
  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Yield: 1 bowl 1x

Description

Creamy cottage cheese, BBQ chicken, quinoa, and fresh vegetables come together in this nourishing protein-packed bowl.


Ingredients

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½ cup drained cottage cheese

¼ cup cooked quinoa

¼ cup shredded BBQ chicken

2 tbsp Greek yogurt ranch dressing

¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved

¼ cup diced cucumber

1 tbsp pickled onions (optional)

Fresh cilantro

Cracked black pepper


Instructions

1. Scoop cottage cheese into a bowl.

2. Mix in cooked quinoa until combined.

3. Top with BBQ chicken and drizzle Greek yogurt ranch.

4. Add chopped vegetables and pickled onions if using.

5. Season with black pepper and garnish with herbs. Serve chilled or lightly warmed.

Notes

Strain cottage cheese before using for better texture.

Use leftover BBQ chicken or swap in grilled tofu for a vegetarian version.

Great with a squeeze of lime or topped with sliced avocado.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 31g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg