Savory Cottage Cheese Harvest Bowl (Printable Version)
Creamy cottage cheese meets roasted autumn vegetables and wholesome grains for a satisfying meal.
# Ingredient List:
→ Grains
01 - 1 cup quinoa or brown rice, rinsed
02 - 2 cups water or low-sodium vegetable broth
→ Roasted Vegetables
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 cup Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
05 - 1 cup butternut squash, peeled and cubed
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Protein & Dairy
10 - 2 cups cottage cheese (preferably 4% milk fat)
→ Toppings & Garnishes
11 - 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), toasted
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, finely sliced
13 - 1 small apple, cored and sliced thinly
14 - 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
15 - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze or reduction (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Arrange sweet potato, Brussels sprouts, and butternut squash on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Roast vegetables for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and tender.
04 - Combine quinoa or brown rice with water or broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until grains are tender and liquid is absorbed (about 15 minutes for quinoa, 30 minutes for brown rice). Fluff with a fork.
05 - Toast pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Set aside.
06 - Divide cooked grains among four bowls. Top each with roasted vegetables and a generous scoop of cottage cheese.
07 - Garnish with pumpkin seeds, chives or green onions, apple slices, and dried cranberries. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if using.
08 - Serve immediately, warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The contrast between warm roasted vegetables and cool cottage cheese creates a satisfying texture experience
- You can prep everything in advance and assemble these bowls in under five minutes
02 -
- Cutting your vegetables into similar sized pieces ensures even roasting
- Room temperature cottage cheese mixes better with warm vegetables
03 -
- Use full fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture
- Roast your vegetables on a large baking sheet so they brown rather than steam