Cottage Cheese and Salsa is delicious and a wonderfully healthy snack!
I have always struggled a bit with breakfast. We've all been told that it's the most important meal of the day, which is one of the reasons I try hard to eat a healthy, filling breakfast each morning. Problem is, I'm a coffee girl. First thing I do when waking up is getting a good cup of coffee...which tricks my stomach into thinking it doesn't need actual food.
I head into my office, start working and, before I realize it, three hours have gone by and it's nearing lunchtime. Now I'm ravenous and I reach for something quick, which isn't always the healthiest of choices.
I do go through green juice phases (the last "phase" lasted nine months and I skipped the coffee altogether), which I'm actually in the middle of right now. Every morning this week I've enjoyed a huge, delicious glass of green juice (no really, it's good...you have to add a little spice)! But as healthy as the juice is, it doesn't do much for satiating hunger.
So I've added an easy, delicious complement...Cottage Cheese with a little of my favorite salsa mixed in. It's high in protein and gives me long-lasting energy for a productive morning that sets the tone for my entire day!
I've been mixing salsa into my Cottage Cheese for eons. Can't recall who first told me to try it, but once I did, I was hooked. I especially love a good smoky, spicy salsa. I only need a small amount and it adds incredible flavor!
Seriously, try it...it's sooo good. If I don't have salsa I'll add a few dashes of hot sauce and a decent amount of kosher salt and freshly ground pepper. I really can't decide which of those versions I like more. It's a great mid-morning or afternoon snack and really helps to stave off hunger until it's actually time to eat. Wait...isn't is always time to eat?? 🙂
If you're looking for an easy lunch, don't miss these Mediterranean cottage cheese bowls!
For your convenience, I'm posting the "recipe" for my cottage cheese and salsa breakfast or afternoon snack. You don't really need it - just stir in as much salsa as you like, to taste - but sometimes it's helpful to be able to print something out as a reminder.
Cottage Cheese and Salsa
Cottage cheese and salsa is an easy, healthy breakfast or snack that tastes amazing!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoon of your favorite salsa, I like one that's both smoky and spicy (add more or less salsa to taste)
Instructions
- Mix together your desired amounts of cottage cheese and salsa. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 224Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 1048mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 7gProtein: 25g
This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix.
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Bethany Byard says
I do the same thing! Drink coffee and then I'm not hungry. I was trying to find a way to eat cottage cheese and I had put salsa in it and it was soooo good and filling. I just searched to see if anyone else had this awesome idea. Great minds think alike.
John/Kitchen Riffs says
I often have cottage cheese for breakfast, sometimes with some whey protein added. I gotta try salsa in it! I often mix in Sriracha sauce, but like the salsa idea much better. Thanks!
Kristy Bernardo says
YUM...Sriracha!! If you like that, you'll love the salsa 🙂 Thanks, John!
Richa says
What a great idea! Cottage cheese is an absolute favorite at home, and we usually make our own. I'm definitely going to try this!
Kristy Bernardo says
Awesome, Richa, you'll love it!
Amy at Very Culinary says
I love this! Cottage cheese is one of my favorite afternoon snacks when I want to eat my entire pantry. I usually just mix in honey or a little black pepper. Never thought to mix in salsa, but I already know I'm going to love it...when I try it tomorrow 😀
Kristy Bernardo says
YAY!! You'll love it, Amy, it's my fave! Salt and freshly ground pepper is great, too. Dixie Chix Cooks told me she does salt and pepper plus a drizzle of olive oil - that's next on my list!
Laura says
I had to laugh at your description of your eating (and coffee) habits. I need coffee more than sleep and yet, like you have found adding something spicy to cottage cheese is delectable! My preference is often leftover salad, amped up with more salt and a few spices.
Kristy Bernardo says
"Amped up with more salt and a few spices" - a woman after my own heart!
Susan | LunaCafe says
This sounds so good. I love cottage cheese and it's actually one of the few foods I will eat in the morning. I have NEVER liked breakfast and have to be cajoled to eat if it's before noon. But if cottage cheese is in the fridge, I'll grab a few spoonfuls. It's never occurred to me to "dress it up." Can't wait to try your salsa twist, Kristy. 🙂
Kristy Bernardo says
I LOVE breakfast but just get so busy and distracted...plus who has time for a big breakfast every morning (or would want one, it makes me tired if I eat too much)? I know you'll love the salsa!