This Tuna Cottage Cheese Salad is a quick and healthy low calorie lunch packed with protein and fresh vegetables. It is creamy, filling, and perfect for calorie deficit meals, healthy eating, and easy meal prep. Ready in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 can tuna in water, drained (160 g / 5.6 oz)
- 200 g cottage cheese (¾ cup)
- 120 g cucumber, chopped (1 cup)
- 100 g cherry tomatoes, halved (¾ cup)
- 50 g red onion, sliced (⅓ cup)
- 40 g lettuce (1½ cups)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Drain the tuna well and place it in a large bowl.
- Add the cottage cheese, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and oregano.
- Toss everything gently until combined.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (1 Serving)
- Calories: ~320 kcal
- Protein: ~33 g
- Carbohydrates: ~10 g
- Fat: ~16 g
Tips
- Add avocado for extra healthy fats.
- Use low fat cottage cheese for fewer calories.
- Serve with rice cakes or whole grain toast.
- Great for meal prep and quick lunches.