Name: Greek Cottage Cheese Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup cottage cheese (drained, firm curds preferred); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cucumber, chopped into half-moons; 1/2 red onion, finely diced; 1 bell pepper (yellow or red), chopped; 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Description

Craving something quick, healthy, and absolutely delicious? This Greek Cottage Cheese Salad is a colorful, protein-packed twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite. With creamy cottage cheese, crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, and a zesty olive oil dressing, it’s the perfect choice for a quick lunch, healthy snack, or vibrant dinner idea. This easy recipe fits effortlessly into your weekly meal prep and doubles as a refreshing side for grilled dishes. If you’re browsing for new food ideas, salad inspiration, or low-carb meals, this dish is a must-try.

Ingredients

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1 cup cottage cheese (drained, firm curds preferred)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, chopped into half-moons

1/2 red onion, finely diced

1 bell pepper (yellow or red), chopped

1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Wash and chop all the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red onion, chop the bell pepper and cucumber, and finely chop the parsley.

2. Drain the cottage cheese well using a sieve or cheesecloth. If using block-style, cut into small cubes.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine all chopped vegetables and olives. Gently fold in the cottage cheese.

4. Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad. Add oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.

5. Garnish with fresh parsley. Let rest for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Always drain the cottage cheese well to prevent the salad from becoming watery.

Use a high-quality olive oil—since the dressing is simple, it makes a big difference.

To make it a full meal, toss in grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 210
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 11g
Cholesterol: 15mg