Description
Experience a burst of flavor with this Cottage Cheese Ranch Chopped Salad! A colorful blend of crisp vegetables, creamy cottage cheese, and zesty ranch dressing creates a delightful dish perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals. This salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, making it a go-to favorite for health-conscious eaters and food lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color), diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables under cool water. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak briefly in cold water to mellow its flavor before adding to the mixture.
- Chop bell peppers and toss them into the bowl.
- Spoon cottage cheese over the vegetable mixture and drizzle with ranch dressing.
- Gently mix until everything is evenly coated. Chill for about 30 minutes for enhanced flavor if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg