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Nutritious salad made with fresh cottage cheese
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Salad with cottage cheese (120 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.2 g of carbs, 7.8 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Lorlu salata is a Turkish-style salad of crisp vegetables and herbs topped with lor, a mild, soft, crumbly cheese traditionally made from whey. Lettuce, cucumber and tomatoes make a fresh base; a squeeze of lemon and a little olive oil bring the ingredients together.
It works as a light lunch or as a fresh side with grilled dishes, and can also fit alongside a savoury breakfast. The vegetables contribute water and fibre, while lor adds protein, making this a lighter way to include cheese than a rich, creamy salad. For a more filling meal, serve it with whole-grain bread; keep the dressing simple so the vegetables and lor remain the focus.
Selected: 100 g
85
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 31% · Fat 44%
Vitamins
B12
0.35µg · 15% DV
Vitamin K
18µg · 15% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3.5µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
95mg · 14% DV
Calcium
110mg · 11% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 85 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Salad with cottage cheese usually combines crisp lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, fresh herbs and soft cottage-cheese curds. A simple lemon-and-olive-oil dressing suits the mild cheese without masking the vegetables.
Dry the washed vegetables thoroughly and add salt and dressing just before serving. Cucumber and tomatoes release liquid as they sit, so keeping the cottage cheese and dressing separate until the last moment helps the salad stay crisp.
A light lemon and olive oil dressing goes well with salad with cottage cheese. Add black pepper or a little fresh dill if you like, and dress the vegetables sparingly so the curds stay distinct.
You can wash and chop the vegetables ahead, but assemble salad with cottage cheese shortly before eating. Store the vegetables, cottage cheese and dressing separately; this keeps the greens crisp and prevents liquid from collecting in the bowl.
Keep salad with cottage cheese covered and refrigerated, and aim to eat it the same day. Once dressed, the vegetables soften and release liquid; discard it if it has been left out for an extended time or looks or smells unusual.
Dill, parsley and mint all work well in salad with cottage cheese. Dill complements the mild curds, while mint gives the cucumber and lettuce a fresher taste; use the herbs chopped or scattered on top.
Salad with cottage cheese is usually served cold or at room temperature. Keep the fresh vegetables uncooked and add the cottage cheese just before serving; warm ingredients can wilt the lettuce and change the curds' texture.
Serve salad with cottage cheese alongside soup, whole-grain bread or grilled vegetables for a more complete meal. It also works as a fresh side dish with baked potatoes or a simple cooked grain.
Yes, fruit can work in salad with cottage cheese, especially crisp apple or pear. Use a small amount and pair it with greens and a lemon-based dressing so the salad stays fresh rather than tasting like a dessert.
Salad with cottage cheese can make a light lunch, but adding chickpeas, a boiled egg or whole-grain bread makes it more substantial. These additions pair well with the fresh vegetables and mild curds.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.