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Chili Crunch Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

Chili Crunch Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad for a Fresh Twist

Enjoy this Chili Crunch Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad, a high-protein, no-cook meal perfect for summer days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cooked chicken opt for rotisserie chicken for added flavor
  • 1 large seedless cucumber diced or sliced into half moons
  • 1 cup low fat cottage cheese blended for a smooth texture
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust according to the saltiness of the chicken
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons chili crunch alternatives like Trader Joe’s chili onion crunch work well
  • 1 tablespoon honey adjust based on taste
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar for acidity
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce adds umami richness
  • 2 tablespoons green onions/chives for fresh flavor and color

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Cucumbers: Start by dicing or slicing seedless cucumbers into half moons, ensuring they are about ¼-inch thick. Sprinkle with kosher salt and set aside for about 10 minutes.
  2. Blend Cottage Cheese: In a mixing bowl, blend low-fat cottage cheese until smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.
  3. Rinse Cucumbers: Rinse the cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt and pat them dry.
  4. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, blended cottage cheese, rinsed cucumbers, and chili crunch. Add honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and green onions. Mix until well combined.
  5. Serve: Transfer salad to plates or a bowl, garnish with additional chili crunch and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 19gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best results, serve chilled.

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