Easy Greek Cottage Cheese Salad for a Healthy Twist
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Easy Greek Cottage Cheese Salad for a Healthy Twist. This refreshing dish combines creamy cottage cheese with fresh vegetables, creating a nutritious meal that is perfect for lunch or as a side at gatherings. With its quick preparation time and customizable ingredients, this salad fits seamlessly into any lifestyle. Enjoy the delightful mix of textures from crunchy veggies and tangy feta, all tossed in a light dressing that enhances rather than overwhelms. Whether you’re looking for a simple snack or a wholesome addition to your meal prep, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1/2 medium red onion
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and dicing the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, chopped vegetables, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Gently stir to mix.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg