Protein Quinoa Salad with Cottage Cheese and Greens

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This low-calorie salad is refreshing and high in protein thanks to quinoa and cottage cheese.

It’s quick and easy to prepare, perfect for dinner, a light daytime meal, or as an appetizer.

I suggest combining it with a mix of spinach and arugula, but you can use any green salad of your choice.

 Prep time: 10 minutes
 Servings: 1-2

Ingredients:

• 100 g cooked quinoa
• 100 g greens mix (spinach & arugula)
• 100 g cottage cheese (or feta/soft cheese)
• 1 medium tomato, diced and seeds removed
• 50 g raw peanuts
• 5-6 olives
• 1 tbsp mixed seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, poppy, chia)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4-5 capers
• 1 boiled egg (optional)
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Optional: a little lemon juice for freshness

Preparation:

1. Rinse and drain the greens, then place them in a serving bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the cooled cooked quinoa with the diced tomato, peanuts, and cottage cheese.
3. Spread the quinoa mixture over the greens.
4. Add olives and capers, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the seed mix.
5. If using, chop a boiled egg and add it to the salad.
6. Optionally, add a little lemon juice and black pepper for freshness and extra flavor.
7. Gently toss and enjoy the flavors!

The easiest way to prepare Quinoa!