Cottage Cheese Toast with Berries and Kefir
Looking for a healthy and easy breakfast? This cottage cheese toast with mixed berries and honey is packed with protein, fiber, and gut-friendly probiotics. A great way to start your day!
Servings: 1 person
Calories: 390kcal
Ingredients
- 1 slice whole-grain bread toasted
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup mixed berries
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 cup kefir
Instructions
- Toast the whole-grain bread until golden and crispy.
- Spread ½ cup of cottage cheese evenly over the toast.
- Add ½ cup of fresh mixed berries on top of the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of honey for a touch of natural sweetness.
- Serve with a cup of kefir for a protein and probiotic boost.
- Quick Tip: To add extra crunch and healthy fats, sprinkle some chopped almonds or walnuts on top of your cottage cheese toast—it makes the texture even better and keeps you full longer!
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Notes
- These are the nutrition facts for 1 serving of this recipe.
- The nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on the specific ingredients used.
- Swap creamy cottage cheese for Greek yogurt for a different texture or even cream cheese or ricotta cheese.
- Add a sprinkle of chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber and omega-3s.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a different natural sweetener.
- Try toppings like any available fresh fruit, sliced bananas, nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Instead of whole-grain bread, you can try sourdough bread.
Why You’ll Love This Simple Recipe
- High in protein – Cottage cheese and kefir keep you full for hours.
- Quick & easy – Perfect for busy mornings!
- Gut-friendly – Probiotics from kefir support digestion and a healthy microbiome.
- Naturally sweet and satisfying, Berries add antioxidants and natural sweetness, and a drizzle of honey provides additional sweetness without the need for refined sugars.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 675IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 429mg | Iron: 1mg
