Tuna cottage cheese salad with pickles
Try this delicious and nutritious Tuna Cottage Cheese Salad with Pickles recipe! Made with creamy low-fat cottage cheese, protein-packed canned tuna, tangy pickles, spicy jalapeño pepper, and a touch of mustard for extra flavor. Perfect for a quick, healthy lunch or dinner. Ready in minutes!
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 5 min
Ingredients:
1/4 cup pickles1 jalapeno pepper
1 cup lowfat cottage cheese
1 can canned tuna
1 tbsp mustard
Tuna cottage cheese salad with pickles is a nutritious and protein-packed meal that's quick and easy to make. This delicious salad combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the savory flavor of canned tuna and a zesty kick from pickles and jalapeno pepper. Whether you need a fast lunch or a light dinner, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Instructions:
- Finely chop 1/4 cup of pickles and set them aside.
- Finely chop the jalapeno pepper. For a milder flavor, you can remove the seeds before chopping.
- Open the can of tuna and drain any excess liquid. Using a fork, flake the tuna into smaller pieces. Set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the cup of lowfat cottage cheese.
- Add in the drained, flaked tuna.
- Mix in the chopped pickles and jalapeno pepper.
- Add 1 tablespoon of mustard to the mixture. This will add a tangy flavor to the salad.
- Stir all the ingredients together until they are well-combined. Ensure that the mustard is evenly distributed throughout the salad.
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add salt and pepper to taste if desired.
- For best results, chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce, with crackers, or as a filling for a sandwich or wrap.
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper based on your heat preference. Removing the seeds will make it less spicy.
- For added crunch, consider mixing in some chopped celery or bell peppers.
- If you prefer a richer texture, you can use full-fat cottage cheese instead of low-fat.
- Serve the salad on a bed of greens or in a whole-grain wrap for a more complete meal.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
With just a few simple ingredients, you've created a tasty and wholesome Tuna cottage cheese salad with pickles. It's perfect for a quick meal or as a satisfying snack. The balance of creamy cottage cheese, savory tuna, and tangy pickles with a hint of spice from the jalapeno makes this dish both unique and delightful. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful creation!
Nutrition per serving
1 ServingsCalories 320kcal
Protein 60g
Carbohydrates 9g
Fiber 1.42g
Sugar 7g
Fat 4.58g
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