Description
A creamy and protein-rich Cottage Cheese Apple Salad featuring crisp apples, crunchy nuts, and a touch of honey — a refreshing and nutritious snack or light breakfast that’s ready in minutes.
Ingredients
1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 medium apple, diced (any crisp variety)
1 tablespoon chopped walnuts or almonds
1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
1 tablespoon raisins or dried cranberries
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings: granola, sliced banana, or extra nuts
Instructions
1. Wash and dice the apple into small cubes and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, diced apple, chopped nuts, seeds, and raisins.
3. Add honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
4. Mix everything gently until evenly coated.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
6. Top with granola or extra nuts for added crunch.
7. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Use Greek yogurt mixed with cottage cheese for extra creaminess.
Add protein powder (vanilla flavor) to boost protein content.
Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Great as a post-workout meal or healthy breakfast option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 1/2 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 24
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: protein cottage cheese apple salad, high protein snack, healthy breakfast, cottage cheese recipe