Tomato & Cucumber Cottage Cheese Delight Recipe
Tomato & Cucumber Cottage Cheese Delight is a quick, refreshing, and nutritious dish combining creamy cottage cheese with juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, enhanced with fresh herbs and a light drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish, it’s easy to prepare and bursting with vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Vegetables
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or diced regular tomatoes)
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
Dairy
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
Seasonings & Garnish
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for added freshness)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes to create the base of the dish.
- Add Flavorings: Drizzle the olive oil and optional lemon juice over the mixture, then season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Incorporate Herbs: Add the chopped fresh parsley or basil to the bowl, which adds vibrant flavor and freshness to the salad.
- Mix Gently: Stir all the ingredients gently until well combined, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed without breaking down the vegetables.
- Chill and Serve: Serve immediately for a fresh crispness, or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop further.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative such as almond or soy-based cottage cheese.
- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables like diced bell peppers or radishes to add extra crunch and variety.
