High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad
A nutritious and satisfying chicken salad packed with protein, perfect for fall gatherings or a light lunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded Use boiled, grilled, or roasted chicken.
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced apple (Granny Smith preferred) For a tart crunch.
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional) For sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the chicken by boiling, grilling, or roasting until fully cooked. Let it cool and shred.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat cottage cheese and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Add the Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar to the mixture and stir well.
- Gently fold in the shredded chicken, diced celery, diced apple, and chopped nuts.
- If desired, drizzle in the honey or maple syrup and mix thoroughly.
- Incorporate the dried cranberries or raisins and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Notes
For a creamier texture, adjust the amounts of cottage cheese and yogurt. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Avoid browning apples by tossing them in lemon juice before mixing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10g
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