Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Recipe
This Simple Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Recipe blends creamy cottage cheese with protein-rich hard-boiled eggs, making it a healthy, low-carb, and satisfying dish. Whether served on toast, in a wrap, or as-is, it's perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a high-protein snack. Keywords: cottage cheese, egg salad, healthy lunch, high protein, low carb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch, Salad, Snack
- Method: No-cook, Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
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½ cup cottage cheese (full fat or low fat)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tbsp chopped green onions or chives (optional)
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Paprika for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, and mustard.
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Mix well until fully combined and creamy.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir in chopped green onions or chives if desired.
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Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for better flavor.
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Garnish with a dash of paprika before serving, if desired.
Notes
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For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of garlic powder.
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Use a fork to mash the eggs more finely for a smoother texture.
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Great on whole grain toast, lettuce wraps, or crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg