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Thai Peanut Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe

Thai Peanut Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe

5.2 from 32 reviews

A vibrant and flavorful Thai Peanut Cottage Cheese Bowl that combines creamy cottage cheese with crunchy vegetables, a spicy peanut sauce, and fresh herbs for a nutritious and satisfying meal or snack.

Ingredients

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Base

  • ½ cup cottage cheese

Vegetables

  • ¼ cup shredded purple cabbage
  • ¼ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup diced red bell pepper

Toppings & Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon crushed peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 12 tablespoons spicy peanut sauce (or half spicy peanut sauce and half hot sauce)
  • Optional: squeeze of lime juice
  • Optional: extra chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Layer the Base: Spoon the cottage cheese into a bowl as your creamy foundation, providing a rich and smooth texture that complements the crunchy toppings.
  2. Add the Crunch: Top the cottage cheese with shredded purple cabbage, shredded carrots, and diced red bell pepper to add freshness and crispness to every bite.
  3. Flavor It Up: Drizzle the bowl with spicy peanut sauce, and if desired, add some hot sauce for extra heat. Sprinkle crushed peanuts and chopped fresh cilantro over the top for added texture and bright flavors. For an extra zing, squeeze fresh lime juice or sprinkle extra chili flakes.
  4. Serve: Enjoy immediately with a fork for a fresh, flavorful meal or pack it for a quick grab-and-go lunch that’s both healthy and delicious.

Notes

  • Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese based on your calorie preference.
  • Adjust the amount of spicy peanut sauce and hot sauce to your desired heat level.
  • Fresh vegetables can be swapped or added based on availability, such as cucumber or snap peas.
  • The bowl can be served cold, making it perfect for warm weather or meal prep.
  • For a vegan alternative, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt or tofu.

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Keywords: Thai peanut cottage cheese bowl, healthy snack, spicy peanut sauce, vegetarian bowl, quick meals