Baked Potato with Cottage Cheese
Fluffy baked potato topped with protein-rich cottage cheese and scallions. 280 calories, 18g protein.
Baked Potato with Cottage Cheese has 280 calories per serving, with 18g protein, 44g carbs, 3g fat, and 5g fiber. Prep 5 min, cook 45 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
280
Calories
18g
Protein
36% DV
44g
Carbs
16% DV
3g
Fat
4% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 280 calories per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
45 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$1.50
Baked Potato with Cottage Cheese
A comfort food classic made healthier. Swapping sour cream for cottage cheese adds 12g of protein while reducing fat. The potato provides potassium and fiber (especially in the skin).
Ingredients
- 1 medium russet potato
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub potato and pierce several times with a fork.
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Bake 40-45 minutes until tender when pierced with a knife. (Or microwave 8-10 minutes.)
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Split potato open and fluff the interior with a fork.
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Top with cottage cheese and scallions. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 18g |
| Carbs | 44g |
| Fat | 3g |
| Fiber | 5g |
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
oven
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