Open cottage cheese & pepper sandwich

Vegetarian
Health score
52%
Open cottage cheese & pepper sandwich
10 min.
1
295kcal

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Looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy meal that packs a punch of flavor? Look no further than this Open Cottage Cheese & Pepper Sandwich! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this vibrant dish showcases the creamy texture of cottage cheese combined with the fresh crunch of red peppers and aromatic basil. Each bite is a delightful blend of tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

What makes this recipe standout is not just its simplicity—ready in just 10 minutes—but also its impressive health score of 52, making it a fantastic choice for anyone aiming to maintain a balanced diet. The cottage cheese offers a substantial protein boost, which is complemented by the fiber-rich wholemeal or sourdough bread. This sandwich is ideal for vegetarians and nutritionally smart eaters alike.

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch at home or a meal you can pack to take on the go, this sandwich is the answer. Top it off with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar for an extra hit of flavor, and you have a delightful meal that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this effortless and tasty open sandwich—your new go-to recipe awaits!

Ingredients

  • 140 curd cottage cheese 
  • 0.5  bell pepper red thinly sliced
  • leaves basil torn 
  • slices wholemeal bread 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Layer the cottage cheese, red pepper and basil with some seasoning in a bowl or plastic container. Chill until lunchtime.
  2. Toast the bread and cool for 1 min, then give the cottage cheese mixture a quick mix and spoon on.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, if you like, and eat straight away.

Nutrition Facts

Calories295kcal
Protein31.17%
Fat24.92%
Carbs43.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
198.7
Glycemic Load
16.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
22.28695664976%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.36mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:295.26kcal
14.76%
Fat:8.2g
12.61%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.84%
Carbohydrates:32.5g
10.83%
Net Carbohydrates:27.86g
10.13%
Sugar:8.71g
9.68%
Cholesterol:23.8mg
7.93%
Sodium:695.44mg
30.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.06g
46.13%
Vitamin C:76.43mg
92.64%
Manganese:1.28mg
64.11%
Vitamin A:2139.75IU
42.79%
Selenium:28.09µg
40.13%
Phosphorus:357.63mg
35.76%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.93%
Calcium:214.3mg
21.43%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.29%
Fiber:4.63g
18.53%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.04%
Folate:68.71µg
17.18%
Vitamin B3:3.22mg
16.08%
Magnesium:62.42mg
15.6%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.56%
Vitamin K:13.51µg
12.87%
Potassium:415.57mg
11.87%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.38%
Iron:1.84mg
10.19%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.03%
Copper:0.18mg
9.15%
Vitamin E:1.37mg
9.11%