Garden Cottage Crunch

Experience the fresh, wholesome flavors of the "Garden Cottage Crunch," a vibrant and nutritious no-cook salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or refreshing side dish. Packed with creamy cottage cheese, crisp salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy whole-grain crackers, this recipe brings together a medley of textures and tastes in every bite. The zesty olive oil and lemon juice dressing enhances the natural flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh basil adds an aromatic touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful dish is a delightful way to enjoy garden-fresh vegetables and wholesome ingredients, making it an easy and healthy option for busy days. Perfect for summer meals or as part of a balanced diet, the Garden Cottage Crunch will leave you satisfied and energized.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cottage cheese
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium carrot
• 3 stalks green onions
• 2 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup whole-grain crackers
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under running water and pat dry.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and grate the carrot. Slice the cucumber into rounds or dice it, depending on your preference.

Step 4

Finely chop the green onions and fresh basil leaves.

Step 5

Coarsely crush the whole-grain crackers into small bite-sized crumbles using your hands or a rolling pin.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well emulsified to create a light dressing.

Step 7

Arrange the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or individual plates as the base.

Step 8

Top the greens with dollops of cottage cheese, spreading it gently into an even layer.

Step 9

Scatter the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, grated carrot, and green onions evenly over the cottage cheese.

Step 10

Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and cottage cheese layer.

Step 11

Sprinkle the crushed crackers on top for added crunch and texture.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1281.6 grams (1281.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1581

Total Fat 58.10g	74%
Saturated Fat 10.80g	54%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 43mg	14%
Sodium 3846mg	167%
Total Carbohydrate 225.00g	82%
Dietary Fiber 31.00g	111%
Total Sugars 56.20g
Protein 60.70g	121%

Vitamin D 19IU	96%
Calcium 519mg	40%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 1815mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.4%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 54.0%