Description
This Cottage Cheese and Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and healthy option for any meal! With creamy cottage cheese and crisp cucumbers, this salad is light, protein-packed, and full of fresh flavors. It’s perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, especially on warm days. You can also add herbs and a tangy dressing to enhance the flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 2 cups cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced thinly
- 1/4 red onion, finely sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dressing (Optional):
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave (optional)
- 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumbers:
Peel and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. If you prefer, you can also cut them into half-moons or dice them for a different texture. - Mix the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese with the sliced cucumbers, red onion (if using), cherry tomatoes (if using), and fresh dill (if using). Stir gently to combine. - Prepare the Dressing (Optional):
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, honey or agave (if using), and mustard (if using). Pour over the salad and toss gently to coat. If you prefer a simpler version, you can skip the dressing and enjoy the fresh ingredients as they are. - Season and Serve:
Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Notes
- For extra protein, you can add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas.
- If you don’t have fresh dill, parsley or chives work well as a substitute.
- If you want a more tangy flavor, you can add a bit of lemon zest or extra lemon juice to the dressing.
- This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, but it’s best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 20mg