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Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad

Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad


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  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 26 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x

Description

Discover the joy of our Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad, a refreshing twist on the classic dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. This protein-packed salad combines creamy cottage cheese with hard-boiled eggs, making it an excellent choice for breakfast, lunch, or as a quick snack. With vibrant flavors from scallions and Dijon mustard, it’s not only delicious but also lower in fat compared to traditional egg salads. Enjoy it on whole-grain toast, in lettuce wraps, or simply as a dip with your favorite veggies. This easy recipe is perfect for meal prep and will surely become a staple in your kitchen.


Ingredients

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  • ⅔ cup cottage cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 56 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ⅓ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ⅓ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Boil the eggs in a small pot by covering them with water and bringing to a boil. Turn off the heat and let them sit covered for 7-8 minutes.
  2. Cool the eggs in ice water for about 2 minutes before peeling.
  3. Chop four egg yolks into a bowl and add the remaining whole egg whites and two chopped eggs.
  4. Mix egg yolks with cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard until creamy.
  5. Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl with scallions, seasoning, and remaining pepper flakes. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg