Description
A quick and satisfying toast topped with creamy cottage cheese, juicy fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil, finished with olive oil for a simple yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices bread, preferably sourdough or whole grain
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 large fresh tomato, sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 to 5 fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices in a toaster or skillet until golden and crisp.
- In a small bowl, gently season the cottage cheese with salt and black pepper.
- Place the warm toast slices on a plate.
- Spread an even layer of cottage cheese over each slice of toast.
- Arrange the tomato slices evenly on top of the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil lightly over the tomatoes and finish with torn basil leaves.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use room temperature tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Pat tomatoes dry if they are very juicy to keep the toast crisp.
- Try different breads or herbs to customize the toast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: tomato cottage cheese toast, cottage cheese toast, healthy toast recipe, quick vegetarian breakfast