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Ultimate High-Protein, No-Mayo Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad (Ready in 10 Minutes)

A mound of creamy cottage cheese chicken salad mixed with diced red onion and green celery, served on a white plate.
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Make this creamy, high-protein chicken salad using cottage cheese instead of mayonnaise. It is quick to prepare and ideal for healthy lunches or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cooked, shredded chicken in a medium bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese, chopped celery, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and lemon juice.
  4. Pour the mustard mixture over the chicken and vegetable mixture.
  5. Use a fork or spoon to gently mix all ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix; you want some texture from the cottage cheese curds.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
  7. Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese briefly in a food processor before mixing it with the chicken.
  • Serve this salad on whole-grain bread, in lettuce wraps, or over a bed of mixed greens for a low-carb option.
  • Add 1/4 cup of chopped grapes or dried cranberries for a touch of sweetness.

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