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Easy Tuna Cottage Cheese Salad

Easy Tuna Cottage Cheese Salad: Creamy, High-Protein Goodness

A delightful Easy Tuna Cottage Cheese Salad that's creamy, high in protein, and comes together in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Spread
  • 1 can Canned Tuna Any canned tuna (e.g., albacore or skipjack)
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Use whole milk or Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Finely diced for crunch and sweetness
  • 2 large Large Eggs Hard-boiled and grated
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Avocado oil mayo recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can use any mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Using a tube is recommended
For the Freshness
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Dill and green onion, or substitute with parsley or chives
  • Seasonings Black Pepper, Garlic Powder, Paprika to taste

Equipment

  • pot
  • Cutting board
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • food processor

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing large eggs in a pot of cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 9 minutes, then ice bath for 5 minutes. Peel and set aside.
  2. Finely dice the red bell pepper, slice green onions, and chop fresh dill. Set aside.
  3. Drain tuna and rinse to remove brine. Flake the tuna in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Grate the boiled eggs into the bowl, add cottage cheese, diced red bell pepper, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and tomato paste. Add fresh herbs and seasonings.
  5. Mix until well combined. For creaminess, blend in a food processor, reserving herbs.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Blend cottage cheese for a smoother consistency. Experiment with veggie substitutions for variety and adjust seasoning to taste.

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