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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Recipe

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4 from 15 reviews

A delicious and protein-packed cottage cheese egg salad that combines creamy low-fat cottage cheese with hard-boiled eggs and fresh herbs for a nutritious and flavorful meal or snack. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad is easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes plus 30 minutes chilling
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • ¾ cup low fat cottage cheese
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 eggs, boiled and peeled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the low fat cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly until well blended to create a creamy and flavorful dressing.
  2. Chop the eggs: Chop the hard boiled and peeled eggs into small pieces approximately ¼ inch in size to ensure even mixing and a nice texture in the salad.
  3. Combine salad ingredients: Add the chopped eggs, fresh dill, and chopped chives into the bowl with the cottage cheese mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Chill before serving: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and serve chilled for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh herbs like dill and chives for maximum flavor.
  • Refrigerating the salad enhances the flavor and texture but it can be served immediately if needed.
  • This salad can be served on whole grain bread, crackers, or as a side dish with greens.
  • Hard boil eggs by placing them in boiling water for 9-12 minutes, then cool in ice water for easy peeling.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (for boiling eggs)
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat