Healthy Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad
A refreshing and nutritious tuna salad featuring creamy cottage cheese, crisp veggies, and zesty lemon, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Cottage cheese Look for low-fat options to lighten it up.
- 1 can Tuna, drained Use tuna packed in water or oil.
- 1/4 cup Diced celery Can substitute with diced bell peppers.
- 1/4 cup Diced red onion Soak in cold water to mellow if desired.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Adds acidity and brightness.
- to taste Salt and pepper Essential for flavor.
- Chopped parsley for garnish Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and drained tuna, mixing gently.
- Add diced celery and red onion, stirring gently.
- Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve chilled.
Notes
Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.