Description
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This Cottage Cheese Taco Bowl is a quick, high-protein, and low-carb alternative to traditional tacos! Creamy cottage cheese is paired with seasoned taco meat and melted cheddar, then topped with fresh ingredients for a satisfying, healthy meal—perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup prepared taco meat (ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced jalapeño peppers
- Diced tomatoes
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced avocado
- Sour cream
- Salsa
Instructions
- Layer the Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, add the cottage cheese, followed by the prepared taco meat, and then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Heat: Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir the mixture to combine.
- Melt the Cheese: If the cheese hasn’t fully melted or the mixture isn’t heated through, continue microwaving in 15-second intervals until hot and fully combined.
- Add Toppings: Garnish with jalapeños, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado, sour cream, or salsa, as desired.
- Serve Immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Dairy-Free Option: Swap cottage cheese for dairy-free yogurt or mashed avocado.
- Extra Crunch: Add crushed tortilla chips or roasted pepitas.
- Spice it Up: Use hot salsa or extra chili flakes for more heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, High-Protein Meals
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: cottage cheese, taco bowl, high protein, low carb, quick meal, easy recipe, healthy eating, meal prep, taco Tuesday, low calorie, protein-packed, comfort food, Mexican-inspired, gluten-free, low fat, viral recipe, healthy recipes, fast food, nutritious
