Diet salad of cucumber, Chinese cabbage and cottage cheese

1 serving

15 minutes

This dietary salad is the embodiment of freshness and lightness. Its base consists of crunchy cucumber, tender Chinese cabbage, and aromatic celery, which together with soft cottage cheese create a harmony of flavors. The salad is dressed with olive oil and balsamic cream, adding a subtle spiciness. Originating from Russian cuisine, it is suitable for those who watch their diet, preferring light and healthy dishes. Ideal as a standalone snack or an addition to main courses, highlighting their freshness and balance. Its simplicity in preparation makes it an indispensable option for quick and healthy dinners.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 194.8
• Proteins: 16.4g
• Fats: 10.4g
• Carbohydrates: 9.7g

Ingredients

• Cucumbers: 1 pc
• Chinese cabbage: 100 g
• Celery stalk: 100 g
• Olive oil: 1 tsp
• Soft low-fat cottage cheese: 80 g
• Balsamic cream: 1 tsp
• Coarse sea salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the vegetables, clean the celery stalks.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece
   • Celery stalk: 100 g
   • Chinese cabbage: 100 g

2. Coarsely chop the cucumber (remove seeds if the fruit is very large), celery, and cabbage.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece
   • Celery stalk: 100 g
   • Chinese cabbage: 100 g

3. Mix all the ingredients and add soft cottage cheese on top.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 1 piece
   • Celery stalk: 100 g
   • Chinese cabbage: 100 g
   • Soft low-fat cottage cheese: 80 g

4. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic cream, add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 teaspoon
   • Balsamic cream: 1 teaspoon
   • Coarse sea salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste