Tuna Salad Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
A refreshing and protein-packed Tuna Salad Cottage Cheese Bowl that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the fresh crunch of diced vegetables and the savory flavor of tuna. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can tuna, drained
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to avoid excess moisture in the salad. Dice the celery, red onion, and bell peppers into small, uniform pieces for the best texture.
- Combine ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, add the drained tuna, cottage cheese, diced celery, red onion, and bell peppers.
- Season and mix: Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture and sprinkle with black pepper. Toss gently with a spoon or fork to evenly distribute the ingredients and flavors without breaking up the tuna too much.
- Serve immediately: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and enjoy fresh for the best taste and texture. This salad is ideal served cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use low-fat or regular cottage cheese depending on your preference for creaminess and calories.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt or some chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
- This salad can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 1 day but is best served fresh.
- Feel free to customize with other crunchy vegetables like cucumber or carrots.
Keywords: tuna salad, cottage cheese bowl, healthy salad, low fat lunch, quick tuna salad, no cook recipe
