Ingredients
4 slices whole-grain bread
1 cup (240g) low-fat cottage cheese
1 lb (450g) cherry tomatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1/2 tsp salt
Black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper
Spread tomatoes in a single layer on baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until blistered and caramelized
Meanwhile, toast bread until crispy and golden
Top each toast with a generous scoop of cottage cheese
Place roasted tomatoes on cottage cheese, sprinkle with fresh basil, and drizzle with remaining olive oil
Serve immediately
Notes
Use any seasonal tomatoes if cherry tomatoes aren’t available
Adjust herbs based on preference (rosemary or thyme work well)
Serve with sliced cucumbers and olives for added Mediterranean flair
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days though best served fresh
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Mediterranean Mornings
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Dairy-friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one slice of toast
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg