Ingredients
• 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• ½ cup (115g) full-fat cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for lower fat)
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp finely chopped red onion or chives
• 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Optional: pinch of paprika, diced celery, or dash of hot sauce
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese: For ultra-creamy texture, blend cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth (~30 sec).
- In a bowl, mash chopped eggs with a fork until desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
- Add blended cottage cheese, mayo, mustard, lemon juice, onion, herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Taste and adjust—add more mustard for tang, lemon for brightness, or hot sauce for kick.
- Chill at least 15–30 minutes to meld flavors (optional but recommended).
- Serve in:
– Butter lettuce cups
– Sliced tomatoes or cucumber rounds
– Gluten-free bread or crackers
– Halved avocados
Prep Time & Nutrition (per serving, serves 4):
Prep Time: 10 min (+ optional chill) | Cook Time: 0 min | Total Time: 10–40 min | Servings: 4 | Calories: 180 | Net Carbs: 2g | Fats: 12g | Protein: 16g