Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers is a delicious and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any meal. This high-protein salad combines creamy cottage cheese with tender rotisserie chicken, zesty banana peppers, and crunchy vegetables, creating a delightful explosion of flavors that will excite your taste buds. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this low-carb option that fits seamlessly into your healthy eating plan. Whether enjoyed on its own, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens, this versatile salad is not only satisfying but also a breeze to prepare. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking for a quick yet filling meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 2 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup jarred banana peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese with Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese mixture with the chopped rotisserie chicken, diced banana peppers, red onion, celery, and green onion. Stir until well mixed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg