Description
A refreshing and protein-packed salad featuring creamy cottage cheese paired with smoked salmon, avocado, crisp cucumber, and a boiled egg, enhanced with crunchy almonds and fresh chives, dressed lightly with olive oil for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein & Dairy
- 1 egg
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2–3 slices smoked salmon
Vegetables & Fruits
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 2 tbsp chopped chives
Nuts & Oils
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- 1 tsp olive oil or to taste
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Egg: Cook the egg to your preferred doneness; boiling it for 7 minutes is recommended for a firm yet creamy yolk. Once cooked, set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Base: Place the cottage cheese on a plate or in a bowl as the foundation of the salad.
- Add Cucumber: Evenly distribute the diced cucumber over the cottage cheese for a crisp texture contrast.
- Slice the Avocado: Cut the avocado into slices or cubes and arrange them on top of the cucumber and cottage cheese layers.
- Add Smoked Salmon: Layer the 2-3 slices of smoked salmon atop the avocado, adding richness and a smoky flavor.
- Prepare the Egg: Peel the boiled egg and cut it in half, slice, or chop according to your preference, and add it to the salad.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped chives and chopped almonds evenly for freshness and crunch.
- Season and Dress: Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste for balanced seasoning.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy its fresh and creamy textures.
Notes
- The egg can be cooked to your liking; soft-boiled or hard-boiled works well.
- Use fresh chives and almonds for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust olive oil quantity to your taste preference or dietary needs.
- This salad is best served fresh to maintain avocado color and texture.
- Can be doubled easily for more servings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
