🥗 Cottage Cheese Salad – Fresh, High-Protein & Super Easy
🧾 Ingredients
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1½ cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
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1 cup cucumber, diced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped
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Optional add-ins: olives, avocado, sweet corn, bell peppers
👩🍳 Instructions
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In a large bowl, add the cottage cheese and gently break it up with a spoon.
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Add cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
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Drizzle in olive oil and lemon juice.
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Season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
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Toss gently until everything is well combined.
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Finish with fresh herbs on top.
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Chill for 10–15 minutes for best flavor, then serve.
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use homemade cottage cheese?
A: Yes! Homemade cottage cheese works beautifully and tastes even fresher.
Q: Is this salad good for weight loss?
A: Absolutely. It’s high in protein, low in carbs, and very filling.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: You can swap cottage cheese with tofu crumbles or a plant-based cottage cheese alternative.
Q: How long does it stay fresh?
A: Best eaten fresh, but it can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours in an airtight container.
Q: What can I serve it with?
A: Great as a side with grilled chicken, fish, or as a light lunch with whole-grain toast.