Cottage Cheese Caprese Salad

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Weight Watchers Cottage Cheese Caprese Salad is a low-calorie delicious, hearty dish. This is a perfect salad for anyone hunting for a nutrient-packed, light, and pleasant dinner. The blend of fresh tomatoes, basil, and creamy cottage cheese creates a tasty and substantial dish that is sure to make guests smile and satisfy their palate. Additionally, this salad is ideal for a quick dinner or lunch. You can change the salad to your flavor and choice. The ingredients used to prepare this delectable salad are easy to find. This Weight Watchers Cottage Cheese Caprese Salad is a fantastic choice for anyone aiming to drop body weight or retain an appropriate physique because it is also low in calories and fat amount (2.4 grams). The number of carbs is also low that is only 6.4 grams. Let’s prepare a tasty and cheesy salad with the cooking instructions (mentioned below).

STATS

  • Course: Salad, Light lunch, Snack, Side dish
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Gluten-free, Low-calorie
  • Total Time: Five minutes
  • Preparation Time: Five minutes
  • Cook Time: Zero minutes

EQUIPMENT

  • Chopping board
  • A sharp knife
  • One bowl
  • Serving plate

INGREDIENTS

  • Low-fat cottage cheese 1 cup
  • Grape tomatoes 8 to 10
  • Fresh basil leaves 4 to 5
  • One tsp of balsamic vinegar

INGREDIENT NOTES

Cheese:

  • We used low-fat cottage cheese to create this beautiful salad. The point of using low-fat cheese is to maintain the Weight Watchers as well as calorie points.

Basil leaves:

  • They provide a refreshing and warm vibe to the salad.

Tomatoes:

  • I used ripe and flavorful tomatoes.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Shift the basil leaves and tomatoes to a chopping board.
  2. Now, slice the grape tomatoes into two half pieces with a knife.
  3. Next, cut half of the fresh basil into small pieces.
  4. Add the chopped basil and grape tomatoes to a bowl.
  5. After that, add low-fat cottage chees to the same bowl.
  6. Gently mix the cheese after incorporating it into the other items.
  7. Top it with extra basil leaves and tomatoes.
  8. Top the salad with a dash of balsamic vinegar.
  9. The delicious Cottage Cheese Caprese Salad is ready.
  10. Transfer the salad to a beautiful plate and enjoy.

ADDITIONS OF THE SALAD

Tomatoes:

  • Incorporate roasted chopped tomatoes into the salad to add a caramelized texture.

Avocado:

  • Add sliced avocado for a smooth flavor.

Kalamata olives:

  • They add a salty touch to the salad.

Vinegar:

  • Try this salad recipe with varieties of vinegar such as fruit-infused vinegar or red wine vinegar.

Grilled pineapple:

  • It adds sweetness and a caramelized flavor.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • The rich taste of the baked salmon complements the flavorful salad.
  • Pair it with fries and low-carb burgers.
  • Enjoy the flavors of the salad with zucchini noodles and grilled shrimp.
  • Grilled nectarine or peach also pair well with the salad.
  • Serve the tasty salad with Italian-inspired grilled chicken parmesan.

TIPS

  • Use top-quality and low-fat cottage cheese.
  • Choose flavorful and ripe tomatoes. The sweetness of the tomatoes complements the tanginess of the cottage cheese.
  • Use plenty of fresh basil because it is necessary for the traditional Caprese flavor.
  • Sprinkle the salad with olive oil because it adds richness and flavor.
  • Incorporate other healthy items to get additional nutrient points.
  • Try this salad recipe with different items.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Preserve the tasty leftover cottage cheese in an airtight plastic dish and refrigerate it for three days.

Freezer:

  • Freezing the salad is not acceptable. Because it may impact the cottage cheese’s texture.

FAQs

What is the reason for using cottage cheese?

  • The texture of cottage cheese is creamy. Additionally, it has less fat and calories compared to mozzarella cheese.

Can I add additional items to prepare this cottage cheese?

  • Yes, you can add extra items like spinach, red onion, cooked chicken cubes, cucumber, or a dash of Italian seasoning.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Total quantity 1 individual serving
Total Calories 154 kcal
Carbohydrates 6.4 g
Total Fat 2.4 g
Protein 28.4 g
Sugar 5.6 g
Dietary Fiber 2.2 g
Sodium 379 mg

Total Weight Watchers points per serving of the salad recipe is only two (2).