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Cottage Cheese and Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Delight!

A refreshing and nutritious salad made with cottage cheese and fresh vegetables, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the cottage cheese mixture and gently stir until everything is well combined.
  4. Fold in the fresh dill until evenly distributed.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled, garnished with additional dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 14gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, include diced bell peppers or radishes.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for cottage cheese for a creamier texture and tangy flavor.

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