Ham and cottage cheese garden salad

Enjoy a refreshing Ham and Cottage Cheese Garden Salad, packed with nutritious ingredients like low-fat cottage cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. This flavorful dish is seasoned with just a dash of salt and black pepper, making it a perfect light meal or side dish!

  • 01 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Ham and cottage cheese garden salad

If you're looking for a light and refreshing meal, this Ham and Cottage Cheese Garden Salad is the perfect choice. Packed with fresh vegetables, savory ham, and creamy low-fat cottage cheese, this salad is both nutritious and delicious. Whether you're serving it as a main course for lunch or a side dish for dinner, it's sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

1 cup lowfat cottage cheese
230g
1 cup cherry tomatoes
180g
2 cups cucumber
270g
1 cup onion
70g
4 slices ham
110g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Cherry Tomatoes: Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set aside.
- Cucumber: Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
- Onion: Finely chop the onion.
2. Prepare the Ham:
- Take the ham slices and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, add the lowfat cottage cheese.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, chopped onion, and chopped ham into the bowl.
- Gently toss the ingredients together until they are well combined.
4. Season:
- Sprinkle a dash of salt and a dash of black pepper over the salad.
- Toss again lightly to ensure even distribution of the seasoning.
5. Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, healthy Ham and Cottage Cheese Garden Salad!

Tips:

- Opt for a high-quality ham to enhance the overall flavor of the salad.

- Use fresh, crisp vegetables for the best texture and taste.

- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

- Add a splash of lemon juice or a drizzle of olive oil for an extra layer of flavor.

- If you prefer a bit more crunch, include some chopped bell peppers or radishes.

- Season to taste with additional herbs like dill, parsley, or chives for extra freshness.

This Ham and Cottage Cheese Garden Salad is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. The combination of flavors and textures makes it a delightful dish that you can enjoy any time of the year. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables or add some herbs to suit your taste. Enjoy your healthy and tasty meal!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size210 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal6%
Protein
Protein 14g10%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1.22g3%
Sugar 4.86g5%
Fat
Fat 3.27g4%
Saturated 1.28g4%
Cholesterol 18mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 27ug3%
Choline 44mg8%
Vitamin B1 0.26mg22%
Vitamin B2 0.22mg17%
Vitamin B3 2.15mg13%
Vitamin B6 0.21mg12%
Vitamin B9 22ug6%
Vitamin B12 0.55ug23%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Vitamin E 0.36mg2%
Vitamin K 15ug12%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 55mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.12mg13%
Iron, Fe 0.81mg7%
Magnesium, Mg 24mg6%
Phosphorus, P 190mg15%
Potassium, K 400mg12%
Selenium, Se 11ug20%
Sodium, Na 690mg46%
Zinc, Zn 1.15mg10%
Water
Water 190g-
* 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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