Tomato and Avocado Salsa with Cottage Cheese
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1 ripe avocado, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1 small jalapeño, deseeded and minced (optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
Fresh black pepper to taste 
Instructions:
Begin by preparing the salsa. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro.
Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt. Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
Season the salsa with fresh black pepper to taste.
Arrange low-fat cottage cheese in a serving bowl or plate. Spoon the tomato and avocado salsa generously on top of the cottage cheese.
Serve immediately and enjoy the nutritious combination of flavors.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 295
Protein: 25g
Total Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sugars: 3g
Vitamin A: 15% DV
Vitamin C: 30% DV
Calcium: 15% DV
Iron: 4% DV
Magnesium: 10% DV
This refreshing breakfast option is low in carbohydrates and sugar while providing healthy fats and protein, making it diabetic-friendly and delicious.
