Tomato and Cottage Cheese Toast (Printable Version)
Toasty bread with creamy cottage cheese, juicy tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs—ready in minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
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2 slices bread of choice, such as sourdough, whole grain, or rustic
→ Dairy
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1/2 cup cottage cheese
→ Produce
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1 medium fresh tomato, sliced (cherry, heirloom, or Roma)
→ Condiments
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1 teaspoon olive oil
→ Seasonings
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Red pepper flakes, optional, for extra heat
→ Toppings
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Fresh basil leaves or microgreens, optional
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Toast the bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet over medium heat until golden and crisp.
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Evenly distribute cottage cheese over the warm toasted bread.
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Cut the tomato into thin slices and layer them over the cottage cheese.
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Drizzle olive oil over the assembled toast, then sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
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Top with fresh basil, microgreens, or a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired.
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Serve immediately while the toast is crisp and the toppings are fresh.
# Additional Notes:
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To maximize flavor, use ripe tomatoes and quality extra virgin olive oil. Customize with your preferred bread for varied texture and nutrition.