Cottage Cheese Toast with Cherry Salsa
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
Protein-rich cottage cheese provides a creamy base for a fresh cherry salsa that balances sweet and tangy flavors. This toast works well for breakfast or a satisfying snack and is a simple way to incorporate seasonal fruit into everyday meals.
Total Time:
15 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
2 slices whole grain bread, toasted
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and finely chopped
1 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped walnuts
1 tsp. balsamic reduction
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine chopped cherries, basil, walnuts and salt. Stir gently and allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes.
Step 2
Spread cottage cheese evenly over the toasted bread. Spoon the cherry salsa over the cottage cheese. Serve immediately.
FAQ
1. What kind of cottage cheese should I use? Any cottage cheese works, but 2% or 4% milkfat varieties tend to have a creamier texture. Small- or large-curd cottage cheese are both good options based on personal preference.
2. Can I use frozen cherries? Yes. Thaw frozen cherries completely and drain any excess liquid before chopping to prevent the toast from becoming soggy.
3. Can I use another fruit instead of cherries? Diced peaches, strawberries, blackberries or nectarines all pair well with cottage cheese and fresh herbs.
