Ensalada De Huevo
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Ensalada De Huevo
Description
Ensalada De Huevo blends hard-boiled eggs with creamy part-skim ricotta and low-fat cottage cheese, giving it a rich and smooth base. The addition of finely chopped celery adds a crunchy contrast, while pickled jalapeños and their juice introduce a bright, mildly spicy flavor balanced by fresh thyme or similar herbs. The salad is simply combined, with seasoning added to taste, making it a versatile and flavorful accompaniment.
The salad is designed to be served over tostadas or toast, enhancing the crunchy-soft ratio, or as a side to complement a main plate. The suggested avocado and herb topping adds an extra layer of freshness and richness.
Preparation of the hard-boiled eggs involves boiling with care and cooling before peeling to achieve firm, finely chopped eggs suitable for mixing. Salt and pepper adjustments are recommended to taste to balance the flavors fully.
Ingredients
- 4 egg finely chopped, hard boiled
- 1 celery finely chopped, large stalk
- ½ cup ricotta cheese part-skim
- ¼ cup cottage cheese low fat
- ¼ cup jalapeños finely chopped, pickled
- 2 Tablespoons pickled jalapeno juice
- kosher salt fresh, to taste
- black pepper fresh, to taste
- 3 teaspoons thyme chives, or rosemary work too, fresh
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, place all of the ingredients. Using a fork or spatula, mix everything together until combined.
- Add kosher salt & fresh pepper to taste.
- Serve over tostadas, toast, or as a side dish for your favorite main dish. Top with avocado and herbs.
Notes
- Use firm, finely chopped hard-boiled eggs as described for the best texture.
- Adjust kosher salt and fresh pepper to your preference after mixing all ingredients.
- Serve topped with sliced avocado and fresh herbs for added flavor.
- Using low-calorie bread will affect nutritional values accordingly.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 194 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 194kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 192mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 363mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.