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Cottage Cheese Salad with Smoked Salmon, Avocado, and Almonds Recipe

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A fresh and nutritious Cottage Cheese Salad featuring creamy cottage cheese, smoked salmon, avocado, cucumber, boiled egg, and crunchy almonds, all topped with chives and a drizzle of olive oil. This simple yet flavorful salad is perfect for a healthy breakfast, light lunch, or protein-packed snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2–3 slices smoked salmon
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber
  • 1 tbsp chopped almonds
  • 1 tsp olive oil (or to taste)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook the egg: Boil the egg for about 7 minutes until hard-boiled or cook to your preferred doneness. Once cooked, set it aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the base: Place 1 cup of cottage cheese into a plate or bowl as the foundation of your salad.
  3. Add cucumber: Evenly distribute 1/2 cup of diced cucumber on top of the cottage cheese for a refreshing crunch.
  4. Arrange avocado: Slice or cube 1/2 an avocado and arrange it over the salad for creamy texture and healthy fats.
  5. Add smoked salmon: Place 2-3 slices of smoked salmon on top to introduce delicious smoky flavors and protein.
  6. Top with egg: Cut the boiled egg in half, chop, or slice as you prefer, and add it to the salad to boost the protein content.
  7. Garnish: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped chives and 1 tablespoon of chopped almonds over the salad for added flavor and crunch.
  8. Season: Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste for balanced flavor.
  9. Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh contrasts and flavors.

Notes

  • You can adjust the cooking time of the egg to your liking, from soft to hard boiled.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the almonds.
  • Use fresh smoked salmon for the best flavor or substitute with cooked salmon if preferred.
  • This salad is best consumed fresh for maximum texture and taste.
  • Feel free to add lemon juice or dill for extra brightness and herbaceous notes.

Keywords: Cottage cheese salad, smoked salmon salad, healthy salad, protein salad, easy salad recipe, low fat salad

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