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Sunshiney Cottage Cheese Salad (With Tomato And Cucumber)
For a delicious new way to enjoy cottage cheese, try this cottage cheese salad recipe! With layers of herby cottage cheese and quick-marinated tomatoes and cucumbers, it's packed with protein and flavor. It's ready in 15 minutes and perfect for wowing a crowd!
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 99 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , American
Ingredients
Sunshiney Vegetables
- 12 oz cherry tomatoes halved, 340 g
- ½ English cucumber sliced
- 4 green onions whites and greens separated, sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 15 mL
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice 15 mL
- Pinch black pepper
Herby Cottage Cheese
- 1 oz container large curd cottage cheese 396 g
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice 15 mL
- 1 tsp fresh dill finely chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix Veggies: In a large bowl gently combine halved tomatoes, sliced cucumber, just the white parts of the sliced green onions, and salt. Let sit while you prepare the rest.
- Cottage Cheese: Combine all of the Herby Cottage Cheese ingredients in a separate bowl.
- Finish Veggies: Tilt the bowl with the veggies to pour out excess juices. Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and pepper.
- Assemble: Spoon cottage cheese mixture onto a serving platter and spread into an even layer. Spoon mixed veggies on top. Sprinkle with the green slices of the green onion. Serve fresh with crusty bread.
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Notes
- Can I use other types of cottage cheese? Absolutely! While the recipe calls for large curd cottage cheese, you can opt for small curd or even low-fat versions based on your preference. Just keep in mind that the texture and creaminess may vary slightly.
- Can I make this salad ahead of time for a picnic or potluck? While you can prepare the components of the salad ahead of time, it's best to assemble and serve shortly before enjoying. Assemble the layers just before serving to maintain the optimal texture and appearance.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
99kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
7.4g
(15%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1.9g
(10%)
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
532mg
(22%)
Potassium
211mg
(6%)
Fiber
1.1g
(4%)
Sugar
4.2g
(8%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
0mg
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 99
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 99kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 7.4g | 15% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 532mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4.2g | 8% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.