Description
A nutritious, protein-packed salad featuring fresh spinach, creamy cottage cheese, crunchy walnuts, and sweet cranberries. Drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice, this salad is light, refreshing, and perfect for a healthy meal!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine cottage cheese and fresh spinach leaves.
- Add dried cranberries and chopped walnuts for texture and flavor.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Extra Flavor: Add a sprinkle of feta cheese or goat cheese for more creaminess.
- Boost Nutrients: Top with seeds like sunflower or pumpkin for added crunch and nutrition.
- Make it Vegan: Use a plant-based cottage cheese alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg