Spicy salad of beets, cucumber, onion and cottage cheese

2 servings

20 minutes

A spicy salad of beetroot, cucumber, onion, and cottage cheese is a harmony of flavors where the sweetness of beetroot meets the refreshing juiciness of cucumber, while the tenderness of cottage cheese softens the sharpness of red onion and garlic. This salad comes from European cuisine, where simple yet expressive combinations are valued. It can be served as a side dish to meat and fish dishes or enjoyed separately as a light dinner. Dressed with olive oil, the salad gains richness, and green onions add fresh notes. An ideal choice for those who love natural, vibrant flavors and pay attention to healthy eating.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 181
• Proteins: 6.3g
• Fats: 11.2g
• Carbohydrates: 14.4g

Ingredients

• Beet: 1 pc
• Cucumbers: 0.5 pc
• Red onion: 0.5 pc
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Green onions: 3 stem
• Cottage cheese: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Boil the beetroot, cool it down, peel it, and cut it into wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 1 piece

2. Slice the onion into half rings, chop the garlic (but not in a press).

   Required ingredients:

   • Red onion: 0.5 piece
   • Garlic: 1 clove

3. Slice the cucumber into rounds. Chop the green onion finely at an angle.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 0.5 piece
   • Green onions: 3 stems

4. Mix vegetables and greens in a bowl. Season with cottage cheese, add olive oil, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cottage cheese: 2 tablespoons
   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

5. Let it sit for 5 minutes. Serve as a side dish or salad.