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Fresh Cottage Cheese Flatbread Recipe with Easy Roasted Vegetables

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A quick and easy flatbread topped with tangy fresh cottage cheese and sweet, caramelized roasted vegetables, perfect for casual gatherings or a cozy meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for roasting)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup (240g) fresh cottage cheese (small-curd preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • A handful of fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon instant yeast, and 1 teaspoon salt. Stir briefly to mix.
  2. Add 3/4 cup (180ml) warm water and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms (approx. 5 minutes).
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 7–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add a bit more flour if sticky but keep dough soft.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes to an hour until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss sliced zucchini, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and minced garlic with 2 tablespoons olive oil, fresh thyme or rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spread vegetables evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
  7. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a rough oval or rectangle about 1/4 inch (6mm) thick. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone.
  8. Par-bake the dough alone for 8–10 minutes until it just starts to set and lightly golden.
  9. In a bowl, combine 1 cup (240g) fresh cottage cheese with 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, chopped basil or parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine.
  10. Remove the par-baked flatbread from the oven. Spread or dollop the cottage cheese mixture evenly over the crust.
  11. Top with the roasted vegetables, distributing them evenly.
  12. Return the assembled flatbread to the oven for another 10 minutes until edges are crisp and cheese is warmed but not melted into a puddle.
  13. Let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Par-baking the dough prevents sogginess. Roast vegetables evenly by cutting into similar sizes and stirring halfway through roasting. Use small-curd cottage cheese to avoid excess moisture. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blends. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with thick almond yogurt or cashew-based cheese spread. Reheat leftovers in oven or toaster oven to keep crust crisp.

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Keywords: flatbread, cottage cheese, roasted vegetables, easy recipe, quick meal, vegetarian, healthy, homemade dough

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