Mock Caprese Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (optional)

Directions

Combine cottage cheese, tomatoes, basil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir in balsamic vinegar.