This high protein cottage cheese egg salad is a game-changer! Fresh, flavorful, and packed with protein, enjoy this creamy egg salad as a nutritious addition to your meal prep routine or as a quick and easy sandwich filling.
If you're a fan of egg salad then you must try this cottage cheese egg salad. Egg salad is a classic, but this version takes it to the next level by incorporating creamy cottage cheese for extra protein and a rich, satisfying texture.
This tasty cottage cheese egg salad is low in carbs and high in protein. Made with simple ingredients, it's the perfect recipe when you need an easy lunch or healthy snack.
It's also a great recipe for meal prep. You can enjoy it in sandwiches or lettuce wraps or use it to top a salad. It's also one of my favorite healthy snacks paired with fresh veggies or whole grain crackers.
My favorite way to eat this high protein egg salad is on a piece of toasted sourdough bread with sliced avocado and a sprinkling of Everything but the Bagel Seasoning or a drizzle of Chili Crunch if I want some spice.
Whether you're a fan of traditional egg salad or looking for a healthy twist, this recipe is guaranteed to become a favorite.
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- Why You'll Love This Dish
- Doctor's Tips: The Benefits of Protein and Cottage Cheese
- Ingredients
- How To Make Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Step-By-Step
- Chef's Tips
- How To Serve This Dish
- Recipe FAQs
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- Recipe
- Cottage Cheese Egg Salad (High Protein)
- Reviews
Why You'll Love This Dish
- Extra Protein: Cottage cheese adds a boost of protein, making this egg salad more satisfying and nutritious.
- Creamy- Cottage cheese gives the egg salad a nice creamy texture.
- Simple Ingredients: This easy egg salad is made with fresh, easy-to-find ingredients.
- Versatile: Great for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or as a dip with veggies or crackers.
- Flavorful: Packed with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and dijon mustard for a delicious, tangy taste.
Doctor's Tips: The Benefits of Protein and Cottage Cheese
- Cottage cheese is a high-protein food that can help you meet your daily protein needs. A ½ cup serving of cottage cheese has only 80 calories but is packed with 14 grams of protein!
- Protein is essential for muscle maintenance and overall health.
- The protein in cottage cheese also keeps you full and satisfied, which can help with weight management by curbing hunger.
- Cottage cheese is also low in carbs and is a good source of nutrients like calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins.
- Cottage cheese is a versatile ingredient and can be used in a lot of dishes to enhance their flavor and nutritional value. Try my scrambled eggs with cottage cheese.
- For more delicious and protein-packed meal ideas, check out my High Protein Lunch Recipes Round-Up.
Ingredients
Ingredient notes and substitutions. See recipe card at the end of the post for full recipe details.
- Eggs: Use hard-boiled eggs; I like to use an egg cooker, which cooks the eggs by steaming them- it's so much easier than boiling eggs. You can also buy hard-boiled eggs from the grocery store if you're pressed for time.
- Cottage Cheese: I typically use low-fat cottage cheese but you could use full-fat or fat-free; I like the flavor and texture of Good Culture brand cottage cheese.
- Mayonnaise: I add just a small amount of mayo to get that classic egg salad flavor. However, if you're not a fan of mayo, you can just leave it out and make this a mayo-free egg salad.
- Dijon mustard: adds depth of flavor and a hint of tanginess that I love; you can substitute regular mustard.
- Shallot: I love the mild oniony flavor that shallots give this egg salad; you can substitute minced red onion, green onions or chives.
- Lemon Juice: Adds a touch of acidity that balances out the other flavors
- Dill: I love the classic flavor of dill in this egg salad- fresh or dried dill will work. If you find fresh dill to be too strong of a flavor, I would suggest using dried dill. You could also substitute parsley.
This compact egg cooker makes preparing hard-boiled eggs a breeze. Just set it and forget it! You get perfectly cooked eggs every time.
How To Make Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Step-By-Step
- Step 1- Cook the eggs. Once cool, peel and chop them. Place the chopped eggs in a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2- Add the cottage cheese, mayo, mustard, shallots, lemon juice, dill and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Step 3- Mix it all together. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Step 4- Enjoy the egg salad on a slice of toasted bread or use it in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or salads.
Chef's Tips
- If you don't like the texture of cottage cheese, you can blend it in a food processor or blender before mixing it with the eggs. This will give the egg salad a smoother texture.
- If you want some crunch, you can stir diced celery or pickle relish into the egg salad for extra texture.
- For a flavor boost, you can add a dash of smoked paprika or some diced jalapeños to your egg salad. I like to top it with a sprinkle of Everything but the Bagel Seasoning or a drizzle of Chili Crunch.
- Store any leftover cottage cheese egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
How To Serve This Dish
This versatile high-protein cottage cheese egg salad can be enjoyed in various delicious ways, making it a perfect dish for any meal or snack. Here are some serving suggestions to inspire you:
- Use it in sandwiches, wraps and pitas. Add some lettuce, tomato, and avocado for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a low-carb option, you can make lettuce wraps and serve the egg salad in large lettuce leaves.
- Spread some egg salad on top of a piece of toasted whole grain or sourdough bread. Garnish with sliced avocado and your favorite topping like Everything but the Bagel Seasoning or Chili Crunch.
- Spoon the egg salad over your favorite salad for a filling, protein-packed meal.
- Use whole grain crackers, celery sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips to scoop up the egg salad. This makes for a perfect snack that's both healthy and satisfying.
- Stuff an avocado with a generous scoop of egg salad. This combination is not only delicious but also provides healthy fats and additional nutrients.
Recipe FAQs
Start the eggs in a saucepan with cold water and bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat, cover, and let the eggs sit for 10-12 minutes. Cool the eggs in an ice bath, then peel them.
Yes, this high protein egg salad is a great low-carb meal option, especially when served in lettuce wraps or on a salad. One serving has 2 grams of carbohydrates.
Yes! Store this cottage cheese egg salad in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for an easy lunch or snack anytime.
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Recipe
Cottage Cheese Egg Salad (High Protein)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs
- ¾ cup low fat cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 2-3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots (can substitute chives or green onions)
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill or 1-2 tablespoon fresh dill
- Pinch Salt and pepper
- avocado, sliced
Optional for serving:
- sourdough or whole grain toast, sliced avocado, Everything but the Bagel seasoning, Chili Crisp
Instructions
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them. Place the chopped eggs in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cottage cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, shallots, dill, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Mix it all together until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Enjoy the egg salad on a slice of toasted bread or use it in sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or salads. I like to serve the egg salad on a piece of toasted sourdough or whole grain bread with avocado slices and top it with Everything but the Bagel seasoning or Chili Crisp.
Notes
- If you don't like the texture of cottage cheese, you can blend it in a food processor or blender before mixing it with the eggs. This will give the egg salad a smoother texture.
- If you want some crunch, you can stir diced celery or pickle relish into the egg salad for extra texture.
- For a flavor boost, you can add a dash of smoked paprika or some diced jalapeños to the egg salad. I like to top it with a sprinkle of Everything but the Bagel Seasoning or a drizzle of Chili Crunch.
- Store any leftover cottage cheese egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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