Mediterranean Cottage Cheese Cheese Sticks

These Mediterranean 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Cheese Sticks are an easy, cheesy, protein-rich snack. We prepare these cheese sticks with cottage cheese and mozzarella, while oregano, garlic, basil, and black pepper provide a delicious Mediterranean flavor. These cheese sticks contains approximately 95 calories and 2 g of total carbs. We make these cheese sticks in about 30 minutes. These Mediterranean 2-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Cheese Sticks are ideal for snacks, appetizers, light lunches, side dishes, lunchboxes, and quick low-carb meals. You can prepare these cheese sticks ahead because we refrigerate them for 4 days and freeze them for almost 2 months. You can serve these cheese sticks with Tzatziki, Hummus, Marinara Sauce, Garlic Yogurt Dip, or Greek Salad.

STATS:

• Course: Snack, Appetizer
• No. of Calories: 95 kcal
• Diet: Low-Carb,  Keto
• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Cook time: 22 minutes
• Portion size: 2 cheese sticks
• Cooking mode: Oven
• Total servings: 6
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 30–32 minutes

TOOLS:

• Bowl
• Tray
• Baking paper
• Spoon
• Knife

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• ½ tsp oregano
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp basil
• ⅛ tsp black pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:

COTTAGE CHEESE:

• We use cottage cheese to provide a soft, creamy, and protein-rich base for these cheese sticks. You can also use reduced-fat cottage cheese, but drain it well before using.

MOZZARELLA:

• Mozzarella provides a delicious cheesy flavor and helps the sticks become golden and firm when baked. Low-moisture mozzarella is best, while part-skim mozzarella could also be utilized.

OREGANO:

• Oregano provides a classic Mediterranean flavor. Italian seasoning or dried thyme can be used instead.

GARLIC POWDER:

• Without providing more moisture, garlic powder offers savory flavor. A small amount of fresh garlic can also be used.

BASIL:

• Basil adds a mild herbal flavor. You can replace dried basil with fresh basil or Italian seasoning.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm the empty oven to 200° Celcius and coat a tray with baking paper.
2. Strain out the cottage cheese perfectly.
3. Stir the black pepper, cottage cheese, basil, mozzarella, garlic powder, and oregano.
4. Distribute the mixture into a half-inch-thick rectangle on a tray.
5. Bake till become golden and firm, for almost twenty-two minutes.
6. Cool for almost ten minutes.
7. We cut the baked mixture into sticks and serve hot.

TIPS:

• Strain out the cottage cheese perfectly to avoid watery cheese sticks.
• We utilize low-moisture mozzarella for a perfect texture.
• Keep the mixture about ½ inch thick.
• Cool the cheese sticks and then cut.
• Bake for some time if you want crispier corners.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

DIPS:

• Tzatziki
• Hummus
• Marinara Sauce
• Garlic Yogurt Dip
• Tahini Sauce

MEDITERRANEAN SIDES:

• Greek Salad
• Cucumber Tomato Salad
• Roasted Vegetables
• Grilled Zucchini
• Marinated Olives

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the cooled cheese sticks in a closed box  and refrigerate them for almost 3 to 4 days.

FREEZER:

• Store these cheese sticks for almost 2 months.

FAQs:

May we prepare these cheese sticks with only 2 elements?

• Yes, you can use mozzarella and cottage cheese are the 2 main components. The seasonings & herbs are optional.

Will we utilize fresh mozzarella?

• Low-moisture mozzarella is suggested, as fresh mozzarella have extra water.

Could we include feta cheese?

• Yes, you can use a little quantity of feta for additional Mediterranean flavor.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Proteins: 9 g

Caloric Content: 95 kcal

Net carbs: 2 g

Sodium: 180 mg

Fiber: 0 g

Sugar: 1 g

Fats: 6 g

Portion Size: 2 cheese sticks

Total carbs: 2 g