Greek Salad Cottage Cheese Bowl
A refreshing and healthy bowl that combines creamy cottage cheese with crunchy Greek salad vegetables, perfect for a light meal.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use your preferred variety
- 1 cup diced cucumber Fresh and crisp
- 1 cup diced tomatoes Ripe and juicy
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper Any color bell pepper
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped Adjust quantity to taste
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced Adds briny flavor
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled For topping
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin recommended
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust to preference
Garnish
- Fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your light, healthy meal!
Notes
This salad is best served fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Keep the salad dressing separate from the salad to avoid sogginess.