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
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cup of lowfat cottage cheese.
- Add the halved or quartered cherry tomatoes.
- Add the sliced cucumber.
- Gently stir the ingredients together using a spoon. Mix until the tomatoes and cucumbers are evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.
- 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.
- 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 Size | 430 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 200kcal | 10% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 30g | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 14g | 4% |
| Fiber 1.74g | 5% |
| Sugar 11g | 11% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 2.62g | 3% |
| Saturated 1.52g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 9mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 70ug | 8% |
| Choline 55mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B1 0.11mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 0.43mg | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 1.00mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 0.28mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 12% |
| Vitamin B12 1.42ug | 59% |
| Vitamin C 16mg | 19% |
| Vitamin E 0.60mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 24ug | 21% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 160mg | 13% |
| Copper, Cu 0.17mg | 18% |
| Iron, Fe 0.88mg | 8% |
| Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 350mg | 28% |
| Potassium, K 590mg | 17% |
| Selenium, Se 20ug | 38% |
| Sodium, Na 920mg | 62% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.24mg | 11% |
| 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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