Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
This recipe is simple, yet full of flavor. The eggs give it a rich and satisfying taste, while the cottage cheese makes it creamy without needing loads of mayo. A little mustard and seasoning bring everything together, making it perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or even scooped onto crackers.
Equipment
- Medium pot
- Mixing Bowl
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Fork or potato masher
- Measuring spoons
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
For the Egg Salad
- 6 large eggs hard-boiled and chopped
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional for extra creaminess
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives or green onions chopped
- ½ teaspoon paprika for garnish, optional
For Serving (Optional)
- Bread slices whole wheat, sourdough, or your favorite
- Lettuce leaves
- Crackers for dipping
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs – Place the eggs in a medium pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let them sit for about 10-12 minutes. Drain and transfer them to an ice bath to cool for a few minutes.
- Peel and Chop – Once the eggs are cool, peel the shells off and chop them into small pieces. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can mash them with a fork.
- Mix the Ingredients – In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped eggs, cottage cheese, mayonnaise (if using), mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.
- Add Fresh Herbs – Stir in the chopped chives or green onions for extra flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy – Sprinkle with paprika for a touch of color and serve however you like—on toast, in a sandwich, with lettuce, or on crackers.
Notes
Nutritional Value (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: ~200-250 kcal
- Protein: ~18g
- Fat: ~12g (varies based on mayo usage)
- Carbohydrates: ~3g
- Fiber: ~0g
- Sugar: ~2g
- Calcium: ~100mg
- Sodium: ~300mg (depends on added salt and cottage cheese brand)
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.