Fresh cucumber and tomato cottage cheese salad

Enjoy a refreshing and nutritious Fresh Cucumber and Tomato Cottage Cheese Salad! With creamy low-fat cottage cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers, this simple yet delicious recipe is perfect for a quick, healthy meal. Ideal for lunch or as a light side dish.

  • 10 May 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 5 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 3 Ingredients

Fresh cucumber and tomato cottage cheese salad

This Fresh Cucumber and Tomato Cottage Cheese Salad is a delicious and healthy option for a quick meal or side dish. Combining the creaminess of low-fat cottage cheese with the refreshing crunch of cucumbers and the burst of flavor from cherry tomatoes, it's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients:

1 cup lowfat cottage cheese
230g
6 cherry tomatoes
100g
1 cup cucumber
100g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash the Vegetables: Start by thoroughly washing the cherry tomatoes and cucumber under running water to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Chop the Vegetables:
- For the cherry tomatoes, cut each one in half. If they are particularly large, you might want to quarter them.
- For the cucumber, peel it if desired (leaving the skin on will add a bit more texture and nutrition to the salad). Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.
2. Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cup of lowfat cottage cheese.
- Add the halved or quartered cherry tomatoes.
- Add the sliced cucumber.
3. Mix the Salad:
- Gently stir the ingredients together using a spoon. Mix until the tomatoes and cucumbers are evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.
4. Season (Optional):
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper, a splash of lemon juice, or a handful of your favorite fresh herbs (like dill, parsley, or basil) on top of the salad.
- Mix again lightly to incorporate any additional seasonings.
5. Serve:
- Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light, nutritious snack.
- If you prepare it ahead of time, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and serve within a few hours for the best flavor and texture.

Tips:

- Use fresh, firm cucumbers for the best texture and taste.

- Halve the cherry tomatoes for easier mixing and better distribution of flavor.

- If you prefer a bit of tang, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar.

- For an extra boost of flavor, sprinkle a pinch of salt, pepper, and fresh herbs like dill or parsley.

- Feel free to experiment with different types of tomatoes or cucumbers to suit your taste preferences.

- Serve chilled for an even more refreshing dish.

Enjoy this refreshing Fresh Cucumber and Tomato Cottage Cheese Salad as a light meal or a perfect side dish. It's nutrient-dense, delicious, and can be put together in no time. This recipe is proof that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size430 grams
Energy
Calories 200kcal10%
Protein
Protein 30g20%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 14g4%
Fiber 1.74g5%
Sugar 11g11%
Fat
Fat 2.62g3%
Saturated 1.52g5%
Cholesterol 9mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 70ug8%
Choline 55mg10%
Vitamin B1 0.11mg9%
Vitamin B2 0.43mg33%
Vitamin B3 1.00mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.28mg16%
Vitamin B9 50ug12%
Vitamin B12 1.42ug59%
Vitamin C 16mg19%
Vitamin E 0.60mg4%
Vitamin K 24ug21%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 160mg13%
Copper, Cu 0.17mg18%
Iron, Fe 0.88mg8%
Magnesium, Mg 36mg9%
Phosphorus, P 350mg28%
Potassium, K 590mg17%
Selenium, Se 20ug38%
Sodium, Na 920mg62%
Zinc, Zn 1.24mg11%
Water
Water 380g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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