Cottage Cheese with Chopped Apples and Cinnamon is a delightful breakfast option that’s low in carbohydrates and sugar, making it suitable for those managing diabetes. This recipe combines protein-rich cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon, providing a nutritious start to your day.
**Prep Time**: 10 minutes
**Ingredients**:
– 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
– 1 small apple, preferably a tart variety like Granny Smith, diced
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts (optional, for added crunch)
– 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for added fiber and omega-3s)
– A pinch of salt (to enhance flavors) 
**Instructions**:
1. In a bowl, add the cottage cheese.
2. Dice the apple into small pieces and add them to the bowl with the cottage cheese.
3. Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the mixture.
4. If desired, add chopped walnuts and chia seeds for additional texture and nutrition.
5. Add a pinch of salt to enhance the overall flavor.
6. Gently mix all the ingredients until well combined.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour for a chilled version.
**Nutritional Information (per serving)**:
– Calories: Approximately 210
– Protein: 28g
– Carbohydrates: 16g
– Dietary Fiber: 3g
– Sugars: 5g (naturally occurring from the apple)
– Fats: 7g (using walnuts adds healthy fats)
– Calcium: Excellent source from cottage cheese
– Iron: Good source due to the chia seeds
This light and nutritious breakfast provides a balanced meal without spiking blood sugar levels, making it perfect for a diabetic diet. Enjoy your healthy and satisfying breakfast!
