Russian Salad Dressing
Description
This unique Russian-style salad dressing offers a lighter, protein-rich alternative to traditional mayonnaise-based dressings. By blending lowfat cottage cheese with bright lemon juice and savory tomato juice, you create a smooth, creamy emulsion that is both tangy and refreshing. The texture is velvety yet light, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious cooks who do not want to sacrifice flavor. It pairs beautifully with fresh green salads, chopped vegetable mixes, or as a dip for raw veggies. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or healthy meal prep, this dressing comes together in minutes with pantry staples.Ingredients
Directions
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Place lowfat cottage cheese, lemon juice, and tomato juice into a blender or food processor.
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Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides if necessary.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if desired, then pour into a serving bowl or jar.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 7
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 67.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.7g5%
- Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
- Cholesterol 8.4mg3%
- Sodium 220.1mg10%
- Total Carbohydrate 4.3g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 2.7g
- Protein 6.9g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use a high-powered blender to ensure the cottage cheese breaks down completely into a smooth sauce.
Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Stir well before serving as separation may occur.
If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water or extra lemon juice. If too thin, add more cottage cheese.
This dressing works well on green salads, as a dip for cucumber slices, or mixed with cooked pasta for a light cold salad.
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