Cottage Cheese with Chives
Elevate your snacking or side dish game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Cottage Cheese with Chives. In just 10 minutes, transform creamy cottage cheese with the vibrant touch of freshly chopped chives, a hint of black pepper, and optional zesty lemon juice for a refreshing kick. Perfect as a healthy spread, dip, or side, this protein-packed dish pairs beautifully with crackers, crusty bread, or an assortment of crisp veggies. Simple yet elegant, this no-cook recipe is an ideal choice for a light lunch, appetizer, or entertaining guests. Embrace fresh flavors with this versatile, crowd-pleasing dish! Keywords: cottage cheese with chives, quick dip recipe, healthy spread, protein-packed snack.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh chives thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Finely chop the chives using a sharp knife or kitchen scissors. Set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese.
Sprinkle in the chopped chives, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice (if using).
Gently mix all the ingredients together using a spoon until evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Add more chives, salt, or pepper based on personal preference.
Transfer the cottage cheese with chives to a serving dish or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or a side dish pairing with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.2 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1570 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
