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Cottage Cheese and Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and protein-rich salad featuring creamy cottage cheese, crisp cucumber, and fresh herbs, perfect for hot days or as a side dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese small-curd or regular
  • 1 piece cucumber, diced English or Persian work well
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

Preparation

  • Wash and dry the cucumber. Cut into small dice for even bites.
  • Peel and finely dice the red onion so it doesn’t overpower the salad. Rinse the diced onion briefly if you want a milder taste.
  • In a medium bowl, add the cottage cheese and drizzle the olive oil over it.
  • Add the diced cucumber and red onion to the bowl. Mix gently until combined.
  • Stir in the chopped dill or parsley. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Serve immediately for a lively texture, or chill the salad for 10–15 minutes to let flavors meld and for a slightly firmer mouthfeel.

Notes

Keep the steps short, using gentle motions to avoid breaking up the cottage cheese curds. Taste before serving. For better flavor melding, make it ahead by up to 2 hours.