Name: Cottage Cheese Toast with Lox, Veggies, and Sweet Toppings Recipe
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 slice whole grain or sourdough bread (toasted); ⅓ cup cottage cheese; 2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning; 2 teaspoons chili crisp; 1 teaspoon hot honey; 2 slices lox-style smoked salmon; Thinly sliced cucumber; Capers; Sliced roma tomato; Balsamic glaze; Torn fresh basil; Pinch flaky salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel); 6 slices banana; 1 tablespoon drippy peanut butter; Cinnamon, to taste; 2 tablespoons raspberry jam; Thinly sliced almonds; 2 tablespoons fig spread; 1 teaspoon hot honey (or more to taste); Chopped roasted pistachios; Flaky salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel)

Description

This Cottage Cheese Toast recipe is a quick and versatile snack or breakfast option featuring creamy cottage cheese spread onto toasted whole grain or sourdough bread. It can be customized with a variety of sweet or savory toppings such as smoked salmon, cucumbers, hot honey, nuts, and fresh herbs, making it a delicious and nutritious choice.

Ingredients

Base

1 slice whole grain or sourdough bread (toasted)
⅓ cup cottage cheese

Savory Toppings (optional)

2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning
2 teaspoons chili crisp
1 teaspoon hot honey
2 slices lox-style smoked salmon
Thinly sliced cucumber
Capers
Sliced roma tomato
Balsamic glaze
Torn fresh basil
Pinch flaky salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel)

Sweet Toppings (optional)

6 slices banana
1 tablespoon drippy peanut butter
Cinnamon, to taste
2 tablespoons raspberry jam
Thinly sliced almonds
2 tablespoons fig spread
1 teaspoon hot honey (or more to taste)
Chopped roasted pistachios
Flaky salt (such as Maldon or fleur de sel)

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Instructions

Toast the bread: Begin by toasting one slice of your preferred bread, such as whole grain or sourdough, until it is golden and crisp to provide a sturdy base for the toppings.
Spread the cottage cheese: Evenly spread ⅓ cup of creamy cottage cheese over the toasted bread to create a smooth, protein-rich layer.
Add your toppings: Choose from the savory or sweet toppings listed, or mix and match according to your preference. Add them generously on top of the cottage cheese. For savory options, try smoked salmon, cucumbers, or chili crisp with everything bagel seasoning. For a sweet twist, layer bananas, peanut butter, raspberry jam, or fig spread with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nuts. Enjoy immediately to savor the fresh, contrasting flavors and textures.

Notes

You can customize your toast with any toppings you prefer, from fresh herbs to sweet spreads.
Use a sturdy bread like sourdough or thick whole grain to prevent sogginess.
The toppings can be mixed and matched for different flavor profiles – mix savory and sweet if you desire.
Enjoy immediately after assembly for the best texture and flavor.
For a low-fat option, use low-fat cottage cheese.

Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Toasting
Cuisine: American