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Healthy Gluten-Free High Protein Cottage Cheese Beef Bowl

  • Author: Lena
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, healthy, and filling bowl combining creamy cottage cheese with savory spiced ground beef, perfect for weight loss and gluten-free diets.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef (85% lean, preferably grass-fed)
  • 1 cup (225g) small-curd full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Handful of chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional base)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the bell pepper into small, uniform pieces. Roughly chop greens if using. Measure cottage cheese.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Push cooked beef to one side of the pan. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat evenly. Add greens if using and cook until just wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, stir cottage cheese with lemon juice and chopped herbs to create a creamy mixture.
  6. If using grains, spoon cooked quinoa or brown rice into serving bowls. Top with beef and vegetable mixture, then dollop or spread cottage cheese mixture on top. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
  7. Mix gently before eating or enjoy layers separately.

Notes

Use fresh garlic and onion for best flavor. If beef seems dry, add a splash of beef broth or water during cooking. Avoid overcooking greens to prevent bitterness. Cottage cheese can be substituted with Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternatives. Store leftovers in airtight container up to 3 days; reheat gently with splash of water.

  • Prep Time: 7 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximatel
  • Calories: 350400
  • Fat: 1518
  • Carbohydrates: 1015
  • Fiber: 35
  • Protein: 3540

Keywords: gluten-free, high protein, cottage cheese, beef bowl, healthy, weight loss, quick meal, easy recipe

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