Description
Creamy cottage cheese egg salad delivers a protein-packed twist on classic deli fare. Mediterranean herbs and tangy ingredients elevate this simple sandwich filling for nutritious lunch lovers looking to explore new flavor combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup (60 ml) cottage cheese
- ¼ cup (40 g) red onion, diced small
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, ground
- 2 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp parsley leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp chives, chopped
Instructions
- Egg Preparation: Submerge eggs in cold water, bringing to a rolling boil, then reduce to gentle simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Cooling Process: Transfer eggs to ice bath immediately after boiling to halt cooking and prevent discoloration, then peel under running water.
- Egg Separation: Divide eggs, separating two yolks from whole eggs, then dice peeled eggs into uniform pieces.
- Creamy Base Creation: Blend egg yolks, cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in food processor until smooth and velvety.
- Ingredient Incorporation: Fold processed mixture with chopped eggs, red onion, parsley, and chives in mixing bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Final Touches: Adjust seasonings to taste, ensuring harmonious flavor balance and smooth consistency.
- Storage and Serving: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate in sealed container for up to 48 hours, maintaining freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Prevent Overcooked Eggs: Use room temperature eggs and time boiling precisely between 10-12 minutes to avoid tough, rubbery texture and unsightly green yolk ring.
- Master Smooth Base: Processing separated egg yolks with cottage cheese creates a creamy, rich foundation that elevates traditional egg salad’s taste and texture.
- Chopping Technique: Dice eggs and vegetables uniformly to ensure consistent bite and even distribution of ingredients throughout the salad.
- Storage Wisdom: Refrigerate in airtight container for maximum freshness, consuming within 2 days to maintain optimal flavor and food safety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg