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Cottage Cheese Mediterranean Couscous Salad


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  • Author: Lora
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and nutritious cottage cheese Mediterranean couscous salad that is perfect for a light meal or a side dish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked couscous (cooled)
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta
  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh parsley or dill, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, toss together the cooked couscous, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to combine.
  3. Divide between two bowls and spoon ¼ cup of cottage cheese on top of each serving.
  4. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a refreshing lunch later.

Notes

  • Make sure the couscous is cooled before mixing to prevent wilting the fresh vegetables.
  • You can substitute quinoa for couscous for a gluten-free option.
  • This salad can be made a few hours ahead; just wait to add the cottage cheese until serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg