Cottage Cheese & Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bowl

This high protein breakfast bowl is an option if you're looking for something other than eggs and meat for breakfast!

I caution those who are just starting out on their sugar-free journey to be careful with nuts, fruit and dairy, as they can be triggering for some people.....

However, there are plenty of others who can include some, or all of these items, as a regular part of their food plan, without any issues.

Therefore, it's important to be honest with ourselves about what does and doesn't work for us. If you need help deciphering this, I can help.

If nuts, dairy and fruit aren't an issue for you, and your food plan has room for a few extra carbs, give this breakfast bowl a try! 

Ingredients:

• ½ tbsp chia seeds
• ½ cup (32⁄3 oz.) cottage cheese
• ½ cup (3 oz.) Greek yogurt
• ½ oz. (1½ tbsp) almonds
• ½ oz. (2 ½ tbsp) walnuts
• 1 oz. fresh strawberries
• 1 oz. (3 tbsp) fresh blueberries
• ground cinnamon

Variations:

• Swap out the blueberries or strawberries with currants, blackberries or raspberries. 
•  Swap the almonds or walnuts with macadamia nuts (this will add a bit more fat and reduce the protein slightly)
• Add ground flax seed instead of chia seed

Instructions:

1. Add the chia seeds in 2 tbsp of water. Stir well and soak for 5-10 minutes.
2. Spoon the yogurt and cottage cheese into a bowl.
3. Top with chia seed mixture, nuts, and berries.
4. Sprinkle with cinnamon. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:
Calories: 401
Protein: 31g
Fat: 23g
Carbs: 15g