Cottage Cheese & Smoked Salmon Protein Salad for a Fresh Boost

This Cottage Cheese & Smoked Salmon Protein Salad is a high-protein powerhouse perfect for a satisfying lunch.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Healthy

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad Base

1 cup Cottage Cheese Creamy and high in protein
4 oz Smoked Salmon Cut into bite-sized pieces

For the Veggies

1 medium Cucumber Washed and diced
0.5 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
1 medium Avocado Optional, can swap for sautéed spinach

For the Dressing

0.5 tablespoon Lemon Juice Juice from half a lemon
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for richness

For Garnishing

2 sprigs Fresh Dill Chopped
1 tablespoon Capers Optional

Equipment

mixing bowl
fork
small bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Scoop about one cup of creamy cottage cheese into a large mixing bowl and fluff it gently with a fork.
Layer the cut smoked salmon pieces over the cottage cheese.
Sprinkle the diced cucumber and halved cherry tomatoes over the salmon and cottage cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil, then drizzle over the salad.
Chop fresh dill and scatter over the salad, along with a sprinkle of capers.
Carefully mix all components together until well combined, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Keep toppings separate to maintain freshness.

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