Ingredients
– 2 cups cottage cheese
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or green), diced
– ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating a delightful Cottage Cheese Salad is straightforward. Follow these steps to make your own:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash all fresh vegetables thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and bell peppers, and finely chop the red onion.
2. Mix Cottage Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese.
3. Add Vegetables: Incorporate the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into the bowl with cottage cheese.
4. Season: Drizzle the mixture with lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Fold Gently: Use a spatula to gently fold all the ingredients together until evenly combined.
6. Add Fresh Herbs: Finally, mix in the chopped parsley for freshness and an extra pop of flavor.
7. Chill (Optional): For enhanced flavors, cover and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
These steps make crafting the Cottage Cheese Salad both enjoyable and simple, ensuring that you can achieve success with ease.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: Boost the protein content by including beans, chickpeas, or grilled chicken.