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High-Protein Keto Cottage Cheese Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad packed with protein, perfect for a keto diet. This cottage cheese salad combines fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and spices for a delicious meal or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main dish, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, keto
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups cottage cheese preferably full-fat for keto
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced (any color)
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For Garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)

Method
 

Prepare the Salad Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese. This will be the base of your salad, providing a creamy texture and high protein content.
  2. Add the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl. These ingredients add freshness, crunch, and a variety of vitamins.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisking emulsifies the oil and vinegar, creating a smooth dressing.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. This step ensures the flavors are balanced to your liking.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad base in the large bowl. Use a spoon to gently mix everything together until the salad is well coated with the dressing.
  2. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired. This adds a burst of flavor and enhances the presentation.
  3. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with other keto-friendly vegetables like avocado or spinach. This recipe is versatile and can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences.

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