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High Protein Cottage Cheese Tomato Basil Toast Bites

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Flavorful, protein-rich toast bites featuring creamy cottage cheese, ripe tomatoes, and fresh basil on crispy sourdough or whole grain bread. Quick and versatile for snacks, meals, or appetizers with a Mediterranean-American flair.

  • Total Time: 22
  • Yield: 4 servings (3 pieces per serving) 1x

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups cottage cheese (1% milk fat, low sodium)
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
12 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
3 large ripe tomatoes, cut into 12 slices (1 per 2 toast) per serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Blend cottage cheese with olive oil, basil, salt, and pepper in a food processor
Place bread slices on a baking sheet
distribute cottage cheese mixture evenly over each slice
Arrange tomato slices on top
Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and bubbly

Notes

Sprinkle nutritional yeast for extra protein
Use almond or gluten-free bread for customization
Store in an airtight container in fridge for up to 3 days

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 12
  • Category: High Protein Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American-Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low-Carb, Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 3 pieces
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg