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Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad

Creamy Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad That's a Healthy Hit

A protein-packed twist on the classic egg salad, this Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad is delicious, quick to prepare, and perfect for any meal or snack time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt or ricotta.
  • 4 large Eggs Boil to your desired doneness.
  • 2 tablespoons Scallions Chives or shallots work as alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Can replace with avocado for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Kosher salt is a good substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
For Serving Suggestions
  • 4 slices Whole-Grain Toast
  • 4 leaves Crisp Lettuce For wraps.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Slices
  • 1 cup Crackers Whole-grain options preferred.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil the Eggs: Place large eggs in a pot of cold water, covering them by at least an inch. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 7-8 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
  2. Peel and Chop the Eggs: After cooling, peel the eggs under running water. Chop egg yolks and whites separately.
  3. Prepare the Dressing: Mash yolks with cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Fold in chopped egg whites, scallions, salt, pepper, and most red pepper flakes gently.
  5. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve and Enjoy: Stir, adjust seasoning, and serve on toast, in lettuce wraps, or on cucumber slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 13gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best texture, mash yolks thoroughly. Chill for enhanced flavors and enjoy fresh for optimal texture.

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