Description
As a busy mom, I know how challenging it can be to whip up something healthy and delicious in a flash. That’s where my Tomato & Cucumber Cottage Cheese Delight comes in! This refreshing dish is not only quick to prepare, but it also bursts with flavor. Imagine creamy cottage cheese mingling with juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. It’s a delightful combination that’s perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at dinner. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to impress your loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or diced regular tomatoes)
- ½ cup cucumber, diced
- 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
- In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, diced cucumber, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice (if using), then sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Add fresh parsley or basil for extra flavor and freshness.
- Mix gently until well combined.
- Serve immediately or let sit in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or radishes for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg