Description
This Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad is a fresh and creamy twist on the classic egg salad. With protein-packed eggs and the smooth texture of cottage cheese, this dish makes for a nutritious and satisfying lunch or snack. Quick to prepare and full of flavor!
Ingredients
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6 large eggs, hard boiled and chopped
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1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
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1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
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1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion (optional)
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1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley or dill (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces.
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In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs and cottage cheese.
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Add mayonnaise and mustard, if using, and stir to combine.
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Add the chopped red onion, parsley or dill (if desired), and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Enjoy on its own, as a sandwich, or on top of a bed of greens.
Notes
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You can adjust the amount of cottage cheese to your preference for creaminess.
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For a tangier flavor, increase the mustard or add a squeeze of lemon juice.
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This salad can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (if eggs are pre-boiled)
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Snack
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: egg salad, cottage cheese, high-protein salad, creamy egg salad, quick lunch, easy salad recipe