Description
Cool Mediterranean vibes dance through this tomato & cucumber cottage cheese delight, bringing fresh summer flavors to your plate. Light, refreshing ingredients blend perfectly, promising a delightful meal you’ll savor with each crisp, creamy bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (or diced regular tomatoes)
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or basil, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for added freshness)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Dressing:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, gently fold together creamy cottage cheese with crisp, finely diced cucumber and vibrant halved cherry tomatoes.
- Enhance the medley with a delicate drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a zesty splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Season the mixture with a pinch of sea salt and a light dusting of freshly ground black pepper to elevate the natural flavors.
- Scatter fragrant chopped fresh herbs like parsley or basil across the surface, creating a burst of aromatic brightness.
- Tenderly incorporate all ingredients with a soft folding motion, ensuring even distribution without crushing the delicate vegetables.
- For optimal flavor development, allow the salad to rest in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes, permitting the ingredients to harmonize and chill.
- Serve directly from the refrigerator as a refreshing side dish or light summer appetizer, best enjoyed within the same day of preparation.
Notes
- Choose fresh, crisp cucumbers and ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor and texture.
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a creamier consistency and richer taste.
- Chill ingredients beforehand to keep the dish refreshingly cool and enhance its light, summer-like quality.
- Experiment with herb variations like dill or chives to personalize the flavor profile and add an aromatic twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg