Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 4 oz/120 g cottage cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- A few slices of tomato or avocado
- Black pepper and chili flakes
Method
- Toast the bread.
- Heat the oil in a small pan and fry the egg over medium heat for two to three minutes, until the white is set.
- Spread the cottage cheese over both slices of toast.
- Top with tomato or avocado and the egg. Season with pepper and chili flakes.
Cook's tipNo time to fry? Slice a hard-boiled egg over the cottage cheese instead.
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Protein is an estimate based on typical values for the ingredients listed. Brands vary, so check your labels if you are tracking closely.
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