Description
A quick and fresh Cottage Cheese Toast recipe featuring creamy avocado, tangy cottage cheese, and vibrant cherry tomatoes on toasted sourdough bread, finished with a hint of basil, olive oil, and balsamic reduction for a delicious and wholesome breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Toast Base
- 1 slice sourdough bread
Avocado Layer
- 1 small ripe avocado
Toppings
- Cottage cheese, about 3 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 handful cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 handful fresh basil, small or thinly sliced larger leaves
Finishing Touches
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Balsamic reduction, for drizzling
Instructions
- Toast Bread: Toast the slice of sourdough bread until golden and crisp, then allow it to cool slightly to avoid wilting the toppings.
- Slice and Mash Avocado: Thinly slice the ripe avocado and lightly mash it onto the toasted bread evenly, providing a creamy base.
- Add Cottage Cheese: Spoon a few generous tablespoons of cottage cheese on top of the mashed avocado for a rich and protein-packed layer.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the cottage cheese to enhance the flavors.
- Add Tomatoes and Basil: Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves evenly on top of the cottage cheese for freshness and color.
- Drizzle Oil and Balsamic Reduction: Finish by drizzling olive oil and balsamic reduction over the toast to add depth and a hint of sweetness.
- Serve: Enjoy the toast promptly to experience the best texture and flavor of this fresh dish.
Notes
- Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese according to your preference.
- Balsamic reduction can be store-bought or homemade for a richer flavor.
- To make it vegan, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Serve immediately to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
