Garden Cottage Crunch
Experience the fresh, wholesome flavors of the "Garden Cottage Crunch," a vibrant and nutritious no-cook salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or refreshing side dish. Packed with creamy cottage cheese, crisp salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy whole-grain crackers, this recipe brings together a medley of textures and tastes in every bite. The zesty olive oil and lemon juice dressing enhances the natural flavors, while a sprinkle of fresh basil adds an aromatic touch. Ready in just 20 minutes, this colorful dish is a delightful way to enjoy garden-fresh vegetables and wholesome ingredients, making it an easy and healthy option for busy days. Perfect for summer meals or as part of a balanced diet, the Garden Cottage Crunch will leave you satisfied and energized.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium carrot
- 3 stalks green onions
- 2 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup whole-grain crackers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash all fresh produce thoroughly under running water and pat dry.
Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and set aside.
Peel and grate the carrot. Slice the cucumber into rounds or dice it, depending on your preference.
Finely chop the green onions and fresh basil leaves.
Coarsely crush the whole-grain crackers into small bite-sized crumbles using your hands or a rolling pin.
In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well emulsified to create a light dressing.
Arrange the mixed salad greens on a large serving platter or individual plates as the base.
Top the greens with dollops of cottage cheese, spreading it gently into an even layer.
Scatter the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, grated carrot, and green onions evenly over the cottage cheese.
Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and cottage cheese layer.
Sprinkle the crushed crackers on top for added crunch and texture.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 188 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
