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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

A scoop of creamy cottage cheese chicken salad mixed with red onion and dill, served in a white bowl.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise. It is quick to prepare and works well for meal prepping lunches.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked chicken and cottage cheese into a medium bowl.
  2. Use a fork or a hand mixer to break down the cottage cheese slightly and combine it with the chicken until the mixture is creamy. Do not over-mix; some texture is desired.
  3. Add the chopped celery, red onion, dill, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl.
  4. Stir all ingredients together until they are evenly distributed.
  5. Season the salad with salt and pepper to your preference.
  6. Chill the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to combine.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese separately before mixing it with the chicken.
  • Serve this salad over lettuce greens, in lettuce cups, or between two slices of whole-grain bread for a sandwich.
  • This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days, making it ideal for meal prepping.

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