Description
A creamy and protein-packed chicken salad featuring cottage cheese for added nutrition and a delightful twist on the classic recipe. This easy-to-make dish combines tender cooked chicken with fresh cucumber and red onion, bound together by a tangy mustard and creamy cottage cheese dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, meal prep, or a refreshing wrap filling.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
Dressing
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables: In a large bowl, add the chopped cooked chicken, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion. Gently toss them together to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, mix the cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. For a smoother dressing, you can blend the cottage cheese before mixing, if desired.
- Mix Dressing Into Salad: Pour the cottage cheese dressing over the chicken mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are well coated with the creamy dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad chilled as is, or use it as a filling for wraps or sandwiches. This salad can also be stored in the refrigerator for meal prep.
Notes
- Blending the cottage cheese before mixing creates a smoother, creamier texture in the salad.
- This salad is best served chilled to enhance the flavors and maintain freshness.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.
- Can be enjoyed on its own, as a sandwich filler, or served atop leafy greens.
- For added crunch, consider adding chopped celery or nuts.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Contemporary
