Description
A quick and nutritious Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad combining protein-rich tuna and creamy cottage cheese with crunchy celery, zesty lemon juice, and flavorful Dijon mustard. This refreshing no-cook salad is perfect as a light meal, snack, or side dish, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 can (5 oz) tuna, drained
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients including cottage cheese, canned tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt.
- Drain Tuna: Open the can of tuna and drain off all the liquid to avoid excess moisture in the salad.
- Combine Tuna and Cottage Cheese: Place the drained tuna and cottage cheese into a medium mixing bowl.
- Add Mayonnaise and Mustard: Add the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to the bowl to create a creamy base.
- Add Vegetables: Incorporate finely chopped celery and red onion for crunch and flavor.
- Season Salad: Add lemon juice, black pepper, and salt for acidity and seasoning.
- Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients together until evenly combined.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and add more salt or pepper if needed to suit your preference.
- Chill or Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and either serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for a chilled, fresher taste.
- Enjoy: Serve as a side dish, snack, or light meal.
Notes
- The salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For added texture, consider topping with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
- Use low-fat or non-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories and fat content.
- This salad is best consumed fresh as the texture of the tuna and cottage cheese may change upon prolonged storage.
- Optional: serve on whole grain bread or lettuce wraps for a more substantial meal.
