Description
Experience the deliciousness of High Protein Cottage Cheese Pasta Salad – theamazingfood, a refreshing twist on traditional pasta salads that’s perfect for any meal. This vibrant dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with protein, thanks to the creamy cottage cheese. Loaded with colorful veggies and a zesty dressing, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying, making it an ideal option for lunch, dinner, or potlucks. Plus, it’s versatile—feel free to customize it based on your preferences! With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, you can enjoy a hearty meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz pasta (Barilla rotini recommended)
- 1 large cucumber (diced)
- 1.5 cups tomatoes (halved or quartered)
- 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup spinach (chopped)
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1.5 cups cottage cheese
- Oregano, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the vegetables and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetables along with lemon juice and dressing. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Gently fold in the cottage cheese until well combined.
- Serve immediately or chill before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 35mg