Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad
A delightful and nutritious dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with savory tuna, perfect for lunches, snacks, or light dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can tuna, drained Use high-quality tuna packed in water or olive oil.
- 1 cup cottage cheese Can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- 1/4 cup celery, chopped Adds crunch to the salad.
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped Adds flavor to the salad.
- 1/4 cup bell pepper, chopped Can use any color bell pepper.
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (like dill or parsley) Fresh herbs enhance the flavor.
- to taste salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste pepper Adjust according to preference.
- to taste lemon juice Brightens up the flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all ingredients to ensure you have everything on hand.
- In a mixing bowl, add the drained can of tuna and break it apart gently with a fork.
- Incorporate the cottage cheese and stir until fully combined.
- Add the chopped celery, red onion, and bell pepper, and mix well.
- Sprinkle in salt and pepper to taste, followed by lemon juice. Mix thoroughly.
- Add fresh herbs and mix well until combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, giving it a good stir before serving. Can customize with pickles, apples, or different cheeses.