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Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad

Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad

Lucas
Try thiseasy Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad recipe for a creamy, healthy meal. Perfect forlunch or dinner, packed with protein and low in carbs. Ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 276 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 5 oz solid white albacore tuna, drained
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese small curd, whole milk variety for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp chopped dill pickles
  • 1 tbsp capers
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or dill optional

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, combine the tuna, cottage cheese, chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, and capers.
  • Stir gently until well mixed, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Optionally, add fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
  • Serve on a bed of greens, on whole-grain crackers, or in a lettuce wrap for a light meal.

Notes

  • Calories: 276
  • Protein: 29g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 3g
Keyword Cottage cheese tuna salad, easy tuna salad, Healthy Tuna Salad, High-Protein Salad