Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad

Discover the Creamy Delight Cottage Cheese Egg Salad, a deliciously nutritious dish perfect for health-conscious eaters. Combining creamy cottage cheese with protein-packed boiled eggs, this salad is a flavorful twist on traditional recipes. It's quick to prepare and versatile enough to enjoy as a light lunch, hearty sandwich, or appetizing snack. With added crunch from celery and red onion, each bite is a delightful experience. Upgrade your meal choices with this tasty and satisfying salad!

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Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (preferably small curd)

4 large boiled eggs, peeled and chopped

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

1/4 cup diced celery

2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Optional: 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed and chopped

Optional: lettuce leaves or whole grain bread for serving

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and the chopped boiled eggs. Gently mix together with a spatula until well combined, but leave some small egg pieces intact for texture.

Add the finely chopped red onion, diced celery, and fresh dill to the bowl. If using capers, add them at this stage. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.

In a separate small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth. Then, fold this mixture into the cottage cheese and egg mixture. Make sure everything is evenly coated.

Season the salad with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning if needed, adding a bit more dill or mustard according to your preference.

Chill the egg salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves for a light option, or spread it generously between slices of whole grain bread for a hearty sandwich.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes | Servings: 4