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Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad Creamy, Healthy Swap(No Mayo

amanda
A creamy, protein-packed chicken salad made lighter with cottage cheese instead of mayo. Great for meal prep and clean eating.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 2 –3 servings
Calories 230 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1 celery stalk finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped parsley dill, or a pinch of garlic powder

Instructions
 

  • Use cold, cooked chicken. Shred or dice into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a bowl, combine cottage cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  • Add chicken, celery, onion, and any herbs or spices. Mix until evenly coated.
  • Add more lemon, salt, or herbs to taste.
  • Let sit in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for best flavor (optional).
  • Serve on toast, in lettuce cups, or enjoy by the spoonful.

Notes

Blend cottage cheese first for a smoother, mayo-like consistency. Use small-curd cottage cheese and fresh herbs for best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 28gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 380mgSugar: 2g
Keyword chicken salad, cottage cheese, healthy lunch, high protein, no mayo
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