Description
Cottage cheese salad is a refreshing and colorful dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with crunchy vegetables, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect as a light lunch or a vibrant side dish for gatherings, this salad is not only nutritious but also visually appealing, making it a fantastic addition to any meal. With its endless customization options, you can easily adapt it to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley or dill)
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables under cool running water.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and chop the bell peppers into small cubes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the prepared vegetables. Gently fold to mix without mashing the tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and chopped herbs for the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the cottage cheese mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg