Description
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad quick highprotein mix featuring Cottage Cheese Chicken with zingy herbs and light mayo great for lunch easy prep
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced1 cup cottage cheese (4% or low-fat works; small curd blends silkier)2–3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or light mayo1/2 cup celery, finely diced1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon Dijon mustard2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (dill or parsley)Salt and pepper to tasteOptional add-ins: 1/2 cup diced apples or grapes2–3 tablespoons toasted nutsGarnish: paprika or cracked black pepper
In a large bowl, mash the cottage cheese with a fork until it’s smooth and creamy, or leave a few small curds for texture.Fold in the chicken until evenly combined with the cottage cheese. The mixture should look cohesive but not gummy.Stir in celery, red onion, herbs, lemon juice, Dijon, and yogurt or mayo. Mix gently until everything is coated and a soft sheen forms on the surface.Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust: a little more lemon or a touch more mustard can sharpen the flavors.Fold in optional add-ins like apples, grapes, or nuts for contrast. If you include fruit, a light squeeze of lemon helps keep colors vibrant.Chill for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors mingle, then serve on a lettuce bed, in a sandwich, or with crackers for a quick, satisfying bite. - Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 calories
- Sugar: 6 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
Keywords: cottage cheese chicken salad, high protein, quick lunch, dairy-free option, gluten-free notes
