Cottage Cheese-Potato Salad For 1

Servings: 1 Difficulty: Advanced
A creamy, protein-rich solo side dish with crisp veggies and tangy dressing.
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This single-serving potato salad offers a lighter, protein-packed twist on the classic picnic staple. By swapping heavy mayo for low-fat cottage cheese, you get a creamy texture without the heaviness. The base of tender new potatoes absorbs a zesty dressing of salad oil and white vinegar, creating a bright, well-seasoned flavor profile. Crisp celery, green peppers, pimentos, and slivered olives add refreshing crunch and color. It’s a perfect, quick lunch for one or a unique side dish that feels homemade and wholesome. Simple ingredients come together in minutes for a satisfying, healthy meal.

Cottage Cheese-Potato Salad For 1

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 110.6

Description

This single-serving potato salad offers a lighter, protein-packed twist on the classic picnic staple. By swapping heavy mayo for low-fat cottage cheese, you get a creamy texture without the heaviness. The base of tender new potatoes absorbs a zesty dressing of salad oil and white vinegar, creating a bright, well-seasoned flavor profile. Crisp celery, green peppers, pimentos, and slivered olives add refreshing crunch and color. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect, quick lunch for one or a unique side dish that feels homemade and wholesome. Simple ingredients come together in minutes for a satisfying, healthy meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the large potato in a saucepan and cover with water.
  2. Bring to a boil and cook until the potato is tender when pierced with a fork, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Drain the potato and let it cool slightly until it can be handled comfortably.
  4. Peel the potato and dice it into bite-sized pieces, placing them in a mixing bowl.
  5. In a small cup, whisk together the salad oil, white vinegar, and salt.
  6. Pour the dressing over the warm diced potatoes and toss gently to coat.
  7. Let the potatoes sit for a few minutes to absorb the dressing and cool down.
  8. Add the sliced celery, chopped green pepper, pimento, slivered olives, and green onion to the bowl.
  9. In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and cottage cheese until well combined.
  10. Add the cheese mixture to the potato and vegetable mixture.
  11. Gently fold everything together until evenly distributed.
  12. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to chill before serving.
  13. Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1


Amount Per Serving
Calories 110.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g12%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 3.3mg2%
Sodium 1314.6mg55%
Total Carbohydrate 7.9g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cottage cheese, potato salad, single serving, healthy lunch, vegetarian, low fat, protein rich, quick meal, picnic side, new potatoes, vinegar dressing, celery, green pepper, pimento, olives, green onion, mayonnaise, salad oil, easy recipe, comfort food
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