This Cottage Cheese Egg Salad is creamy, tangy, and bursting with flavour, perfect for a quick keto lunch. With herbs, spices, and a touch of crunch, it’s protein packed and low carb, making it a go to for busy days.
🍽 Servings: 1
⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 0 minutes
🛒 What You’ll Need
- 3 hard boiled eggs, chopped
- 3 tbsp cottage cheese (full fat)
- 1 tbsp keto mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1–2 small dill gherkins, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh taste
👩🍳 Method
Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine chopped eggs, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Mix gently.
Step 2: Add chopped dill gherkins, red onion, dill, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined but still chunky.
Step 3: Taste and adjust seasoning, adding lemon juice if desired.
Step 4: Serve as, in lettuce leaves, as a filling for keto wraps, or enjoy on its own.
💡 Tips from the Keto Kitchen
- Use full fat cottage cheese for creaminess and extra fat.
- Let the salad sit at least 10 minutes in the fridge to let flavours meld, it tastes even better the next day.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne for a subtle kick.
- For a crunchier version, mix in finely chopped celery or radishes.
🧮 Macros (per serving, estimated)
Calories: 280 kcal
Fat: 20g
Protein: 20g
Net Carbs: 3g
🥗 Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
- Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavour
- Protein rich and keto friendly
- Quick, easy, and perfect for meal prep
- Versatile: serve on lettuce, in wraps, or as a snack
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👉 Looking for more keto friendly lunch recipes?
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