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To truly appreciate the Southwest Cottage Cheese Bowl, it is essential to understand the nutritional benefits of its key ingredients. Each component brings its unique health advantages, contributing to an overall nutritious meal.

Southwest Cottage Cheese Bowl

Looking for a quick and healthy meal? Try this delicious Southwest Cottage Cheese Bowl! Packed with protein from cottage cheese and black beans, it's loaded with fresh veggies like bell peppers and avocado. Sprinkled with chili powder and cumin, it’s bursting with flavor. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a nutritious bowl that’s customizable with jalapeños, tortilla chips, or sour cream. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup cooked black beans (rinsed and drained)

1/4 cup corn (canned or frozen, thawed)

1/2 red bell pepper, diced

1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 avocado, diced

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, tortilla chips, and sour cream

Instructions
 

In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado.

    Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, then drizzle with lime juice.

      Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.

        Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

          Serve the Southwest Cottage Cheese Bowl in individual bowls, garnishing with fresh cilantro on top.

            If desired, add toppings like sliced jalapeños, crushed tortilla chips for crunch, and a dollop of sour cream for added richness.

              Enjoy your nutritious and flavorful meal!

                Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes | Servings: 2