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cottage cheese with chopped chives

How to Enjoy Cottage Cheese with Chive – A Refreshing, Protein-Packed Bite


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  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A creamy, herbed twist on classic cottage cheese, made flavorful and refreshing with fresh chives—perfect for a protein-packed snack or versatile spread.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
  • A pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
  • A drizzle of olive oil or sprinkle of lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

1- Choose a high-quality cottage cheese. Full-fat is best for texture and flavor.

Selecting full-fat cottage cheese

2- Drain excess liquid using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth if needed.

Draining excess liquid from cottage cheese

3- Add chopped chives, sea salt, and optional pepper. Stir gently.

Mixing cottage cheese with chives and seasoning

4- Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Chilling cottage cheese and chive mixture

5- Serve chilled—on toast, as a dip, or enjoy by the spoonful.

Served cottage cheese with chive

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding dill, garlic powder, or lemon zest. Store in an airtight container and enjoy within 3–4 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg