Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Recipe
	
	
		This Cottage Cheese Egg Salad is a delightful twist on the classic egg salad, adding the creamy goodness of cottage cheese for a healthier, protein-packed option. It’s perfect for a light lunch or as a sandwich filling.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Rita
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 27 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: Mixing
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			Ingredients:
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
 
- 1 cup cottage cheese
 
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
 
- 1/4 cup chives or green onions, finely chopped
 
- 1 tablespoon mustard
 
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 
- Salt and pepper to taste
 
- Chili flakes for topping
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Boil the Eggs: Boil the eggs for 10-12 minutes until hard-boiled. Let them cool slightly, then peel.
 
- Prep Ingredients: Chop the eggs and place them in a mixing bowl. Add celery, chives, cottage cheese, mustard, and lemon juice.
 
- Season: Season with salt and pepper, then gently mix everything together.
 
- Chill: Refrigerate for flavors to meld.
 
- Serve: Sprinkle with extra chives and chili flakes before serving.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- This egg salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
 
- Adjust seasoning according to taste preferences.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 serving
 
							- Calories: 180 kcal
 
							- Sugar: 2g
 
							- Sodium: 380mg
 
							- Fat: 12g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 4g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 14g
 
							- Cholesterol: 385mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Cottage Cheese Egg Salad, Egg Salad Recipe, Healthy Egg Salad, Protein-packed Salad