Quick Cottage Cheese Salad

Light, refreshing, and ready in just 10 minutes, this Quick Cottage Cheese Salad is the perfect solution for a healthy, no-cook meal or side dish. Packed with protein-rich cottage cheese, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion, this salad bursts with flavor and texture in every bite. A drizzle of a simple lemon-olive oil dressing ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal brightness. Low in carbs, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious—enjoy it as a quick lunch, a vibrant side for grilled dishes, or pair it with your favorite whole grain for a balanced dinner. Ready to impress in record time, it's a must-try for busy home cooks seeking ease and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Dice the cucumber into small cubes and halve the cherry tomatoes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and parsley, then add them to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 4

Add the cottage cheese to the bowl, gently mixing it with the vegetables to combine evenly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the cottage cheese and vegetable mixture. Toss everything gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with an extra sprinkle of parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes for a cooler, refreshing salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	669.2 grams (669.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	399

Total Fat 20.30g	26%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 22mg	7%
Sodium 1689mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 38.80g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 27.80g
Protein 19.10g	38%

Vitamin D 10IU	48%
Calcium 184mg	14%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 926mg	20%

*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: 44.1%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 37.5%