SOUTHWEST COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD
Southwest Cottage Cheese Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish bursting with creamy cottage cheese, crunchy vegetables, and bold southwest flavors — perfect for a refreshing lunch, healthy side, or meal prep idea.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35–45 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook / Mixing
- Cuisine: Southwest / Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 cups cottage cheese
1 cup corn kernels (canned or thawed frozen)
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, add the cottage cheese as the base.
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Drain and rinse the black beans and corn, then add them to the bowl.
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Dice the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion; finely chop the jalapeño if using; add all to the bowl.
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Sprinkle in the chopped cilantro.
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Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture.
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Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Gently stir everything together until well combined.
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Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
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Add diced avocado just before serving for extra creaminess.
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For extra richness, mix in some Greek yogurt.
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Substitute pinto beans for black beans if desired.
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Add grilled chicken, turkey, or shrimp for a complete meal.
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Top with crushed tortilla chips or shredded lettuce for more texture.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Find it online: https://recipesbyjanet.com/southwest-cottage-cheese-salad/
