Description
A creamy, high-protein twist on the classic egg salad, this Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad combines the richness of cottage cheese with boiled eggs, offering a healthy, delicious alternative that’s perfect for sandwiches or as a side dish.
Ingredients
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4 large hard-boiled eggs
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1/2 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
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1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh chives or green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
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In a medium-sized bowl, combine the chopped eggs with cottage cheese.
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Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
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Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
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Garnish with chopped chives or green onions if desired.
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Serve on whole-grain bread, crackers, or enjoy as a protein-packed snack!
Notes
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You can customize this recipe by adding other ingredients such as celery, red onion, or herbs for extra flavor.
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For a healthier version, opt for low-fat cottage cheese and skip the mayonnaise.
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This salad can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (since eggs are already boiled)
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cottage cheese, egg salad, healthy egg salad, protein salad, no-cook salad, quick egg salad, low-carb salad