Description
A creamy and nutritious cottage cheese egg salad that’s perfect for lunches or snacks.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh herbs (optional, such as chives or parsley)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, and bell pepper.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the cottage cheese mixture and stir until everything is well combined.
- Adjust the seasoning if necessary and add fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a tasty make-ahead meal!
Notes
This salad can be made a day in advance. Use freshly boiled eggs for the best flavor and texture. Experiment with different veggies and flavors to customize the salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American