Cottage Cheese Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and easy-to-make salad that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the crunch of fresh cucumbers and the bite of red onion, perfect for weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Large or small curd, based on preference
- 1 piece cucumber, diced Peel if the skin is thick
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Soak in cold water to reduce bite if desired
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Can substitute with walnut oil for deeper flavor
- 1 tablespoon vinegar (white or apple cider) Add to taste
- to taste salt Good quality salt enhances flavor
- to taste pepper Freshly ground if possible
Garnish
- Fresh dill or parsley Optional for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, diced cucumber, and chopped red onion.
- Gently fold the ingredients together to avoid breaking the cottage cheese too much.
- Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, then season with salt and pepper.
- Mix gently until all ingredients are well combined.
- If the mixture looks watery, let it sit for five minutes to allow excess liquid to separate.
- Garnish with fresh dill or parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short while.
- Eat within 24–48 hours for best texture and flavor.
Notes
This salad is forgiving and can be adjusted with various ingredients. It is flexible for serving, either as a side or as a main component over bread or lettuce. Store leftovers in a sealed container and consume within 24-48 hours for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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