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Cottage Cheese Salad


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  • Author: sara
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Description

This Cottage Cheese Salad is a fresh, high-protein, no-cook meal that comes together in just 10 minutes. Featuring diced vegetables, creamy cottage cheese, olive oil, and lemon juice, this refreshing dish is perfect as a healthy snack, side, or light lunch. Packed with flavor and nutrition, it’s a quick and easy meal you’ll love!


Ingredients

  • 2 slices tomato, diced
  • ¼ cucumber, diced
  • 1 slice onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and halved (optional)
  • 8 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 pinch salt (to taste)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (2% or full-fat)
  • Fresh herbs (basil, oregano, or parsley, optional)

Instructions

  • Finely dice the tomato, cucumber, onion, jalapeño, and olives.
  • Place the chopped veggies in a bowl and toss with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  • Spread the cottage cheese on a serving plate or bowl.
  • Top the cottage cheese with the prepared vegetable mixture.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra protein, add chickpeas or cooked lentils.
  • For a crunchier texture, mix in diced bell peppers or radishes.
  • For a dairy-free version, swap cottage cheese with hummus or mashed avocado.
  • To make it a dip, serve with pita chips or crackers.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, American