Description
Cottage cheese egg salad is a delightful twist on a classic dish, bursting with fresh flavors and creamy goodness. This protein-packed salad combines the richness of cottage cheese with hard-boiled eggs, fresh herbs, and a hint of tangy mustard, making it perfect for sandwiches or as a refreshing dip. Whether you’re enjoying a sunny picnic or a light lunch at home, this salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and chopped eggs.
- Add chives, mayonnaise, and mustard; gently mix until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Serve on bread for sandwiches or in lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg