Description
This High Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Salad is a nutritious and delicious dish packed with protein and creamy textures. Combining hard-boiled eggs, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and fresh vegetables, it’s a perfect quick meal or snack that’s healthy and flavorful. Serve it on whole grain bread, wraps, or lettuce leaves for a versatile and satisfying option.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 4 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as dill or chives), optional for garnish
For Serving (Optional):
- Whole grain bread or wraps
- Lettuce leaves
- Crackers
Instructions
- Chop Eggs: Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces to ensure even distribution in the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped eggs, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped celery, and chopped red onion.
- Mix Salad: Gently stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined, creating a creamy and textured egg salad.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the seasoning as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve: Serve the egg salad on whole grain bread, in wraps, or on fresh lettuce leaves. Garnish with fresh herbs like dill or chives if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use freshly hard-boiled eggs for best texture and flavor.
- For extra creaminess, use full-fat cottage cheese and Greek yogurt.
- Customize with additional herbs or spices like paprika or parsley.
- Chill the salad before serving to enhance flavors.
- This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
