Cottage cheese and vegetable salad

4 servings

15 minutes

Cottage cheese and vegetable salad is a light and refreshing dish from Greek cuisine that combines the tenderness of cottage cheese with the juiciness of vegetables. Its roots trace back to Mediterranean dietary traditions where simplicity and naturalness of ingredients are valued above all. The taste of the salad is a harmonious balance of soft, slightly creamy cottage cheese, sweet bell pepper, and refreshing acidity of tomatoes, complemented by the aroma of fresh onion and spicy notes of black pepper. This salad is perfect for a light snack, healthy breakfast or as an accompaniment to main dishes. It is rich in protein and vitamins, making it an excellent choice for those who care about their health. Serve it chilled while enjoying the delicate combination of flavors as if transported to the sunny shores of Greece.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 48.8
• Proteins: 7.1g
• Fats: 0.1g
• Carbohydrates: 5.9g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 2 pc
• Green bell pepper: 1 pc
• Low-fat cottage cheese: 150 g
• Green chopped onions: 1 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Remove the seeds from the tomato and chop it finely. Transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 2 pieces

2. Add cottage cheese, finely chopped bell pepper, and onion. Salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Low-fat cottage cheese: 150 g
   • Green bell pepper: 1 piece
   • Green chopped onions: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste