Method

• 1.
  For the salsa, heat half the oil in a frypan over medium-low heat, add onion and capsicum, then cook for 5 minutes or until onion is softened. Add the balsamic and basil, and season. Warm through for 1-2 minutes, then set aside.

• 2.
  For the pancakes, sift the flour, baking powder and soda into a bowl.
• 3.
  Stir in the cottage cheese and season.
• 4.
  In a separate bowl, whisk eggwhites until soft peaks form, then carefully fold into the cottage cheese mixture.
• 5.
  Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick frypan over medium heat.
• 6.
  Place tablespoonfuls of batter into pan and cook for 1 minute each side until golden, then remove and keep warm.
• 7.
  Continue with remaining mixture.
• 8.
  Serve with salsa and extra cottage cheese. Garnish with basil.