Description
This refreshing Cottage Cheese Salad with Smoked Salmon and Avocado is a quick and nutritious meal perfect for breakfast or a light lunch. Combining creamy cottage cheese with rich smoked salmon, buttery avocado, fresh cucumber, and a boiled egg, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats. Chopped almonds and chives add texture and aromatic flavor, making it a delightful dish that comes together in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2–3 slices smoked salmon
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- 1 tsp olive oil (or to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the Egg: Cook the egg to your preferred doneness, for example, boiling it for 7 minutes for a firm-yolk texture. Once cooked, set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare the Base: On a plate or in a bowl, spread the cottage cheese evenly to create the base of your salad.
- Add Cucumber: Sprinkle the diced cucumber over the cottage cheese to add a refreshing crunch.
- Add Avocado: Cut the avocado into slices or cubes and arrange them on top of the salad for creamy richness.
- Top with Smoked Salmon: Layer the 2-3 slices of smoked salmon over the avocado to infuse a smoky and savory flavor.
- Slice or Chop the Egg: Cut the boiled egg in half, or chop/slice it as preferred, then add it to the salad to boost protein content.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped chives and chopped almonds evenly over the salad to add freshness and texture.
- Finish with Olive Oil and Seasoning: Drizzle olive oil over the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a softer yolk, boil the egg for 5-6 minutes instead.
- To keep the avocado from browning, squeeze a little lemon juice over it before adding to the salad.
- Use smoked salmon from a reputable source to ensure freshness and quality.
- This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature as preferred.
- Chopped walnuts or pistachios can be substituted for almonds for variation.