High Protein Cottage Cheese Avocado Salad

Looking for a quick, nutritious, and protein packed snack or light meal? This High Protein Cottage Cheese Avocado Salad is a game changer. With creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and zesty lemon juice, this simple dish is as refreshing as it is satisfying. Whether you’re looking to fuel a workout, enjoy a wholesome lunch, or need a healthy post dinner bite, this salad delivers both flavor and nutrients.

Why You Should Try This Salad

Packed with Protein and Healthy Fats

This salad combines the creamy texture of low-fat cottage cheese with the richness of avocado, making it an excellent source of both protein and healthy fats. It’s a fantastic way to stay full longer and support muscle repair and growth.

Quick and Easy to Prepare

With no cooking required, this salad is ideal for those busy days when time is short. In just 10 minutes, you can have a delicious, nourishing meal ready to go.

Ingredients and Directions

Ingredients

• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1/2 cucumber, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 2 tablespoons chopped white onion
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese

Directions

1. Wash and prepare all the vegetables. Dice the avocado and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the cilantro and white onion.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced avocado, chopped cucumber, cilantro, and onion.
3. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Mix everything gently to avoid mashing the avocado.
5. Top the salad with low-fat cottage cheese.
6. Serve immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.

Tips for Serving and Customization

Enhance with Additional Protein

To make this salad even more protein-rich, consider adding grilled chicken breast, boiled eggs, or a handful of chickpeas. These additions can transform it into a hearty lunch or dinner.

Add Extra Crunch or Flavor

For added texture and flavor, sprinkle in some toasted sunflower seeds, chia seeds, or a pinch of red chili flakes. You can also swap lemon juice for lime for a citrusy twist.

High Protein Cottage Cheese Avocado Salad

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• Author: chef safa
• Total Time: 10 minutes
• Yield: 1 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A creamy, refreshing salad made with avocado, cucumber, and cottage cheese for a protein-packed, low-prep snack or meal.

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Ingredients

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1 ripe avocado, diced

1/2 cucumber, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Juice of 1/2 lemon

2 tablespoons chopped white onion

Salt, to taste

Black pepper, to taste

1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese

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Instructions

1. Wash and prepare all the vegetables. Dice the avocado and cucumber. Chop cilantro and onion finely.
2. In a medium bowl, combine avocado, cucumber, cilantro, and onion.
3. Squeeze lemon juice over the mix. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Gently mix without mashing the avocado.
5. Top with cottage cheese.
6. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for more protein. Try lime juice or chili flakes for variation.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Salad
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 300mg
• Fat: 18g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fiber: 6g
• Protein: 11g
• Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: high protein, avocado salad, cottage cheese salad