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Ultimate High-Protein, No-Mayo Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad (Ready in 10 Minutes)

Close-up of cottage cheese chicken salad served in crisp lettuce cups, garnished with dill.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise. It is a quick, healthy lunch idea perfect for meal prep and low-carb diets.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken into a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl.
  3. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Pour the mustard mixture over the chicken and cottage cheese mixture.
  5. Use a fork or spatula to gently mix all ingredients until they are just combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve immediately, or cover and chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. This is a great sandwich filling idea.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, you can blend the cottage cheese with the mustard and lemon juice first until completely smooth before mixing it with the chicken and vegetables.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal prep; store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • If you want a low-carb chicken salad, serve this over crisp lettuce leaves or in celery boats instead of bread.

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