Description
Cottage Cheese Salad is a delightful dish featuring creamy cottage cheese combined with fresh veggies. This quick and healthy meal takes just minutes to prepare, making it ideal for a speedy lunch or dinner. Rich in flavor and nutrients, it’s a perfect choice for anyone seeking an easy, homemade recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups 2% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup cucumbers, sliced into half moons
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup fresh english peas
- 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onion, minced
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Spread the cottage cheese evenly on the bottom of a large plate or serving platter using a spatula.
- Sprinkle the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh peas, minced red onion, chopped dill, and minced green onion on top of the cottage cheese.
- Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve with crackers, fresh veggies, or simply enjoy with a fork.
Notes
For added crunch, consider topping with your favorite nuts or seeds.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables based on your preference.
This salad can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for a quick snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
