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Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad

Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad: A High-Protein Delight

Creamy Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad is a vibrant, high-protein dish, perfect for potlucks and cookouts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 ounces pasta Use gluten-free pasta as a substitute.
  • 1 medium cucumber, seeded and diced Zucchini or bell pepper can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Diced large tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes work as well.
  • 1 yellow bell pepper Any sweet pepper or carrot can be used instead.
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach Optional; omit if storing for more than 2 days.
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced
  • 1/3 cup Italian dressing Greek dressing or creamy ranch can be used as alternatives.
  • pinch oregano Italian seasoning can also be used.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Flavored cottage cheese or Greek yogurt can be used.
  • Sea Salt
  • Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 ounces of pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Dice the medium cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the yellow bell pepper. Combine the veggies in a mixing bowl.
  3. Once cooled, add the pasta to the bowl with mixed vegetables. Drizzle 1/3 cup of Italian dressing and juice of one lemon over the top.
  4. Sprinkle oregano, sea salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir gently to combine well.
  5. Gently fold in 1 cup of cottage cheese, ensuring even distribution without breaking the pasta or veggies.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for at least an hour for better flavor. Consider adding fresh herbs or adjusting dressing based on taste.

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