Description

This High-Protein Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad offers a delightful twist on the classic recipe, swapping out heavy mayonnaise for creamy, protein-packed cottage cheese. It is quick, nourishing, and can be easily adapted to fit various tastes, making it perfect for busy weekdays or sharing with friends during lunch.

Ingredients

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2 cans (5 oz each) Canned Tuna (Wild-Caught)
1 cup Small-Curd Cottage Cheese
2 stalks Celery, finely diced
1/4 cup Red Onion, minced
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
Salt and Pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Drain the Tuna and press down to remove excess liquid
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard until smooth
Flake the drained tuna into the bowl and mix
Fold in the diced celery, minced red onion, and fresh dill
Season with salt and pepper to taste
Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving

Notes

For a smoother texture, pulse the cottage cheese in a blender before mixing.

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce if desired.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Category: Lunch
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 42g
Cholesterol: 30mg