Healthy Cottage Cheese Toast Ideas (Savory and Sweet)
Indulge in this delightful Cottage Cheese Toast topped with juicy tomatoes or fresh strawberries, fragrant basil, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze.
Here you will learn the best way to use this high protein cheese to make a delicious easy lunch with savory and sweet options.
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Why you will love cottage cheese toast
Protein: If you want to add protein to your diet, this is the perfect recipe. Cottage cheese offers a great source of high-quality protein while keeping the calorie count low. One cup cottage cheese contains 25 grams of protein and just 200 calories.
Balsamic Glaze: I’m always looking for an excuse to use my balsamic glaze! The rich, sweet, and tangy flavor profile takes this toast over the top. Try this Avocado Toast with Tomatoes and Balsamic Glaze for another great excuse.
Customizable: Add your favorite sweet and savory toppings to create this easy breakfast. More variations and suggestions are below.
Quick and Easy: Because this toast can be made in just a matter of minutes, it’s a great option for a quick 5 minute breakfast or afternoon snack.
Simple Ingredients
- Sour Dough Bread – Whole grain bread is another good option.
- Plain Cottage Cheese – Ricotta cheese, cream cheese, or Greek yogurt can be substituted for creamy cottage cheese.
- Tomatoes Slices or Strawberries – Substitute fresh fruits like peaches and blueberries.
- Balsamic Glaze – Store-bought is great. or keep reading to learn how to make a homemade version.
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Lemon zest – Strawberries and lemon go great together. The lemon zest adds brightness to the toast.
What if I don’t like cottage cheese
If you are one of the many cottage cheese haters out there, try running the cottage cheese through the food processor. The change in the texture of cottage cheese might just convert you to a fan of cottage cheese!
If you can’t bring yourself to try a slice of cottage cheese toast, another great source of protein and a good substitute is ricotta cheese
HOW TO MAKE BALSAMIC GLAZE
Bring two cups of high-quality balsamic vinegar to a gentle boil. Reduce to medium-low heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally.
Once the vinegar thickens and is reduced to about ½ cup, remove from heat and let cool. It should take about 20 minutes. Store in refrigerator. Be sure to turn on the stovetop fan while the balsamic simmers!
Step-by-step directions to make cottage cheese toast
Step 1: Set the oven to broil. Slice the bread, brush with olive oil, place the slices in the oven, and toast the bread until golden brown.
Step 2: Take a generous amount of cottage cheese and spread on each piece of toast.
Step 3: If using tomatoes, place tomato slices on top of the cottage cheese.
If using strawberries, slice them and layer them on top of the cottage cheese, along with some lemon zest.
Step 4: Sprinkle the strawberries or tomatoes with basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Sweet and savory creamy cottage cheese toast topping ideas
Sweet toasts
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup with a sprinkle of cinnamon is delicious.
- Add other fruit like peaches, blueberries, or raspberries.
- Any flavor of jam is a great option.
- Granola and dried fruit are some of my favorite toppings.
Savory toasts
- Bacon and hard-boiled eggs because bacon is fantastic!
- Try a smear of cream cheese with salmon and fresh dill.
- Cucumber, avocado, tomato, and red onion are so good!
- Add a couple of tablespoons of marinara with sliced chicken and mozzarella cheese. Put this one under the broiler for 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.
I love adding a sprinkle of pistachios, chopped pecans, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds to sweet or savory cottage cheese toast.
Tips for making cottage cheese toast
- Don’t make this one ahead of time. It’s best when prepared right before eating.
- Try different versions. Once you get hooked you’ll be eating this easy snack all of the time!
- Use either low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese. Either will be great with the toppings.
- Don’t forget to salt and pepper depending on which toppings you choose.
More quick and easy snack and breakfast ideas
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Healthy Cottage Cheese Toast Recipe Ideas
Ingredients
- 4 slices Sour Dough Bread
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese
Optional Toppings
- Tomatoes sliced
- Strawberries sliced
- 2 Tbsp Balsamic Glaze
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Set the oven to broil. Slice the bread, brush with olive oil, place the slices in the oven, and toast the bread until golden brown.4 slices Sour Dough Bread
- Take a generous amount of cottage cheese and spread it on each piece of toast.1 cup Cottage Cheese
- If using tomatoes, place tomato slices on top of the cottage cheese. If using strawberries, slice them and layer them on top of the cottage cheese, along with some lemon zest.Tomatoes, Strawberries, Lemon zest
- Sprinkle the strawberries or tomatoes with basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.2 Tbsp Balsamic Glaze, Fresh Basil Leaves
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Notes
- Don’t make this one ahead of time. It’s best when prepared right before eating.
- Try different versions. Once you get hooked you’ll be eating this easy snack all of the time!
- Use either low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese. Either will be great with the toppings.
- Don’t forget to salt and pepper depending on which toppings you choose.
This was very tasty ! Thank you 🙂
Thank you!
Yummy and healthy!
Thank you Mary! Who knew cottage cheese would be so good on toast!
I was skeptical, but I loved the toast with tomatoes!