High-Protein Cottage Cheese & Cheese Toasts
Method
Preheat an air fryer to 180°C (350°F) or a conventional oven to the same temperature.
In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, egg, grated reduced-fat cheese, chopped green onions, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is evenly blended.
Arrange the whole-grain bread slices on the air fryer rack or a parchment-lined baking tray.
Divide the cottage cheese mixture evenly between the bread slices, spreading it all the way to the edges with the back of a spoon.
Air fry for 6–8 minutes, or bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes, until the topping is puffed, lightly golden, and the cheese has melted beautifully.
Let the toasts cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired.
Serve warm with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, or a crisp green salad for a balanced, protein-packed breakfast.
For extra flavor, stir chopped spinach, finely diced bell peppers, or lean turkey ham into the cottage cheese mixture before baking. These hot toasts also make an excellent high-protein lunch or post-workout meal.
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