Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
Creamy cottage cheese egg salad is a quick and creamy lunch that everyone will love. I’ve made this many times and it never fails. The creamy texture and fresh herbs make it irresistible. Try this easy recipe with my strawberry pecan chicken salad for a full meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Strawberry Pecan Chicken Salad and Crispy Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Onion Rings.
Why This Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad Is Pure Comfort
- creamy texture
- fast lunch
- easy to make
- fresh herbs
What You'll Need for Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional: crushed crackers
- Optional: sliced almonds
- Optional: sliced grapes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- eggs: Use large eggs for best results.
- cottage cheese: Full-fat cottage cheese gives the best creamy texture.
- mayonnaise: Use a good quality mayonnaise for flavor.
- celery: Diced celery adds crunch and freshness.
- green onions: Chopped green onions add a mild onion flavor.
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How to Make Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
- Boil Eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes. Cool and peel.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine peeled eggs, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, celery, green onions, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add Herbs: Stir in fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich. Enjoy with your favorite side.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
- Best technique: Use room temperature eggs for easier peeling.
- Common mistake and fix: Overmixing can make the salad too wet. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Serving: Add a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness.
Storing & Reheating Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Freezing Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Best substitution: Replace celery with diced apple for a sweet twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salad up to 2 days in advance and store in the fridge.
- Scaling: Double or triple the recipe for larger groups.
- Troubleshooting: If the salad is too wet, add more cottage cheese or drain excess moisture.
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Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 2 green onions, chopped
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Optional Toppings
- crushed crackers
- sliced almonds
- sliced grapes
Instructions
- Boil Eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes. Cool and peel.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine peeled eggs, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, celery, green onions, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add Herbs: Stir in fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Serve on a bed of lettuce or in a sandwich. Enjoy with your favorite side.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Best substitution: Replace celery with diced apple for a sweet twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the salad up to 2 days in advance and store in the fridge.
- Scaling: Double or triple the recipe for larger groups.
- Troubleshooting: If the salad is too wet, add more cottage cheese or drain excess moisture.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Can be made up to 2 days in advance.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 1g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Cholesterol: 180mg
- Sat. Fat: 5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad FAQs
Yes, you can make it up to 2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge.
Overmixing or using too much mayonnaise can make the salad too wet. Mix just until combined and adjust the amount of dressing as needed.
Freezing is not recommended as the texture may change. It's best to eat it fresh or store it in the fridge.
You can use Greek yogurt or mayonnaise as a substitute for cottage cheese.
Yes, this recipe is perfect for summer. It’s light, refreshing, and great for a quick lunch.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Creamy Cottage Cheese Egg Salad and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
