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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad (Mayo-Free)

A mound of creamy cottage cheese chicken salad mixed with red onion and herbs, garnished with fresh dill.
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Make this easy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise for a lighter, creamy texture perfect for meal prepping.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl.
  3. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and lemon juice.
  4. Pour the mustard mixture over the chicken and cottage cheese.
  5. Use a fork or a hand mixer on low speed to combine all ingredients until the salad reaches a creamy consistency. Do not overmix if you prefer some texture.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  7. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • For a low-carb option, serve this salad in crisp lettuce cups or over sliced cucumbers.
  • To make this recipe keto-friendly, omit any added sugar and check your mustard ingredients.
  • You can substitute celery with chopped pickles for a dill pickle flavor profile.
  • This salad keeps well for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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