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Southwest Cottage Cheese Salad with fresh vegetables and spices

Southwest Cottage Cheese Salad

A bright and zesty salad featuring cottage cheese, corn, black beans, and avocado, perfect for weeknight dinners and potlucks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Southwestern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup corn kernels Frozen corn recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained Canned black beans are convenient.
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 avocado, diced Add just before serving to prevent browning.
  • 1 lime, juiced Lime adds significant flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust based on preference.
  • for garnish fresh cilantro

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, corn, black beans, red bell pepper, and avocado.
  2. Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle with cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

This salad can be served over butter lettuce, on toasted tortillas, or as a dip with chips. For added spice, consider including chopped jalapeños.