Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers
Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad with Banana Peppers is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the zesty kick of banana peppers. This high-protein, low-carb salad makes for an ideal meal option for lunch or dinner. Whether you enjoy it on its own, in a wrap, or over a bed of greens, this salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a delicious and satisfying meal that will keep you feeling full and energized.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese, blended smooth
- 1/4 cup jarred banana peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 tablespoons green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese mixture with the chopped chicken, banana peppers, red onion, celery, and green onion. Stir until well mixed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Chill for 30 minutes before serving if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg