Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the red bell pepper and Persian cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. Halve the grape tomatoes. Don’t forget to chop your chives or scallions, too! This step sets the stage for an easy assembly.

In a medium bowl, pour in the cottage cheese. You want it to be the star of the dish, so choose a bowl that doesn’t cramp its style. Add a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a pinch of kosher salt. Gently stir to combine, ensuring the oil is evenly distributed. This step adds flavor and creaminess!

Next, toss in the red bell pepper, grape tomatoes, Persian cucumbers, and half of your chopped chives. The colors will be vibrant and inviting. Mix gently; we don’t want to break up the cottage cheese too much, as we want to keep those lovely chunks.

Now it’s time for the seasoning. Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste. A squeeze of lemon juice goes in next. This provides a refreshing contrast to the creaminess of the cottage cheese.

Finally, sprinkle the roasted pistachios on top, along with the remaining chives for that final touch. Give it one last gentle mix, and there you have it—your savory cottage cheese bowl is complete!