This cottage cheese tuna salad is one of those recipes you make when you want something quick, nutritious, and truly satisfying without feeling heavy. It’s a simple pantry: tuna, a few fresh vegetables, and a creamy blend of cottage cheese. The result is fresh, colorful, and surprisingly comforting.
I started making it as a lighter alternative to the classic mayonnaise-based tuna salad, but it quickly became a favorite. Blended cottage cheese makes everything creamy and adds protein, making it more balanced and filling. The red chili peppers add sweetness and crunch, the corn gives it a little pop, and the green onions give it just enough freshness to brighten up each bite.
This recipe is perfect for busy days. You can spoon it on toasted bread, wrap it in plastic wrap, serve it in lettuce cups, or enjoy it straight from the bowl. It will become even more delicious if you store it in the refrigerator and allow the flavors to meld over time.
Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and high protein for everyday foods that are comforting and easy to share.
How to make tuna salad with cottage cheese
Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until completely smooth and creamy. This step gives the salad a smooth texture without graininess.
Place the well-drained tuna in a large bowl. Instead of mashing it into a paste, use a fork to gently break it into flakes, keeping some texture. Add the diced red pepper, corn, and finely sliced green onions.
Spoon blended cottage cheese over tuna mixture. Add a little fresh lemon juice and olive oil, if using, for extra richness.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Gently mix with a spatula or spoon until everything is evenly mixed. Be careful not to overmix so that the salad remains light and textured.
Before serving, cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Serve chilled with crunchy bread, spooned into crisp lettuce cups, or tucked into a wrap or warm pita for an easy and satisfying meal.
Be sure to try this delicious cottage cheese tuna salad. If so, please share the photo with me on Instagram. I’d like to see how that goes. enjoy!
Other similar recipes you might want to try
Try these quick and high-protein tuna patties, perfect as a healthy snack or as a spread for sandwiches and crackers.
You’ll also love this creamy, protein-rich salmon dip. It’s quick, flavorful, and perfect for an appetizer or snack.
This bold and spicy Greek Feta Dip (Tilocaferi) is packed with protein and perfect for snacking or entertaining.
You may also like:
white bean crostini
celery root dip
perfect guacamole
greek tzatziki
marinara sauce
avocado and pea dip
15 easy dip recipes
Skillet bread with pecan cranberry cheese dip
red lentil and walnut dip
homemade hummus
Cottage Cheese Tuna Salad in 10 Minutes – High in Protein, Quick and Easy
This cottage cheese tuna salad is one of those recipes you make when you want something quick, nutritious, and truly satisfying without feeling heavy. It’s a simple pantry: tuna, a few fresh vegetables, and a creamy blend of cottage cheese. The result is fresh, colorful, and surprisingly comforting.
material
1x2x3x
nutrition
calorie: 260kcalcarbohydrates: 7.6gprotein: 28.53gfat: 12.6gSaturated fat: 2.28gTrans fat: 0.002gcholesterol: 34mgsodium: 730mgpotassium: 435mgfiber: 1.3gsugar: 2.8gVitamin A: 946IUVitamin C: 26.7mgcalcium: 42mgiron: 0.87mg
