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Mediterranean Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad

A delicious and healthy pasta salad packed with fresh ingredients, perfect for lunch or as a side dish at gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients

  • 8 oz pasta (any shape)
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cottage cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Serve chilled as a main dish or as a side dish with grilled meats or sandwiches. Works wonderfully for summer picnics or family gatherings. You can also top it with extra fresh herbs or cheese for added flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Keyword cottage cheese salad, easy salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean recipe, pasta salad
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