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Greek Cottage Cheese Salad

Greek Cottage Cheese Salad
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Greek Cottage Cheese Salad is a light, refreshing, and protein-packed Mediterranean dish combining creamy cottage cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, red onion, kalamata olives, and fresh herbs, all dressed with extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Perfect for hot summer days, this easy-to-make salad offers vibrant colors, bright flavors, and nutritional benefits, making it a versatile and delightful meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or substitute oregano)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Optional Variations

  • Diced bell peppers (red or yellow), to taste
  • Feta cheese (for swapping or sprinkling), to taste
  • 1/2 avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
  • Additional herbs like mint or basil, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dice fresh tomatoes and cucumbers into bite-size pieces. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Finely chop fresh herbs to release their aromatic oils.
  2. Combine Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cottage cheese and gently fold in the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and kalamata olives. Mix carefully to maintain the creamy texture of the cottage cheese.
  3. Dress the Salad: Drizzle extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice over the mixture. Season generously with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Toss lightly to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs on top for an aromatic finish. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors and enhance refreshment.

Notes

  • Choose the ripest tomatoes and the crispest cucumbers for the best flavor and texture.
  • If cottage cheese is watery, drain excess liquid slightly before use to avoid a soggy salad.
  • Slice onions very thinly to soften their sharpness and distribute flavor evenly.
  • Chill the salad before serving to allow flavors to meld beautifully.
  • Add lemon juice gradually to balance acidity without overpowering.
  • Serve the salad fresh on the day of preparation for optimal crispness and taste.

Nutrition

Keywords: Greek Cottage Cheese Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Summer Salad, Cottage Cheese Recipes, Healthy Salad, Protein Salad, No Cook Salad

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