Fresh Valentines Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe with Pomegranate and Granola
A quick and easy healthy breakfast bowl combining creamy cottage cheese, juicy pomegranate seeds, and crunchy granola, perfect for Valentine’s Day or any morning treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225g) full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup (about 75g) fresh pomegranate seeds (arils)
- ¼ cup (30g) granola with nuts and a hint of cinnamon or honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or maple syrup (optional)
- A few fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Optional add-ins: 1 teaspoon chia seeds, sliced almonds or walnuts, fresh berries (strawberries or blueberries)
Instructions
- Prepare the pomegranate seeds by tapping the back of a halved pomegranate over a bowl to release the arils and remove any white pith pieces (about 5 minutes).
- Spoon 1 cup (225g) of cottage cheese into your serving bowl and spread evenly but gently.
- Sprinkle ½ cup (75g) of fresh pomegranate seeds evenly over the cottage cheese.
- Add ¼ cup (30g) of your chosen granola on top.
- Lightly drizzle 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of honey or maple syrup over the bowl (optional).
- Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves and optional chia seeds or nuts.
- Serve immediately to keep granola crunchy. If waiting, keep granola separate and add just before serving.
Notes
Use small-curd cottage cheese for best texture. Add granola just before serving to keep it crunchy. Drain watery cottage cheese if needed. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with coconut yogurt or silken tofu blend. Store ingredients separately if prepping ahead.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 20
Keywords: cottage cheese bowl, pomegranate, granola, healthy breakfast, Valentine's Day breakfast, quick breakfast, easy breakfast, dairy-free option, gluten-free