Cottage Cheese with Olives

Cottage Cheese with Olives is a savory Greek breakfast dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with briny olives, offering a delightful balance of flavors. This high-protein meal is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying, perfect for starting your day on a healthy note.

Ingredients

• Cottage cheese - 400 grams
• Black olives, pitted and sliced - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, sliced black olives, and halved cherry tomatoes.
2. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
3. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste, then gently mix until well combined.
4. Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for garnish.
5. Serve immediately in bowls or on plates.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from olives, promoting heart health.

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