🥚 “Egg-stra” Powerful Protein Egg Salad
Egg salad gets a protein-powered makeover with this “Egg-stra” Powerful Protein Egg Salad. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep, it delivers creamy texture, bold flavor, and a healthy balance of protein and nutrients.
Egg salad gets a protein-powered makeover with this “Egg-stra” Powerful Protein Egg Salad. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep, it delivers creamy texture, bold flavor, and a healthy balance of protein and nutrients.
Why It Works for Your Body
Eggs: Protein-rich and packed with choline for brain and nerve function.
Cottage Cheese: Cuts calories while boosting protein and creaminess.
Green Onions, Celery, and Dill: Add crunch, freshness, and antioxidants.
Paprika & Garlic Powder: Flavorful, anti-inflammatory seasonings.
Light Mayonnaise: Keeps it creamy with less fat.
Recipe
Ingredients
6 hard-boiled eggs
½ cup blended cottage cheese
2 tbsp light mayonnaise
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp chopped green onions
2 tbsp chopped celery
1 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper to taste
Optional: hot sauce or lemon zest
Directions
Chop 4 eggs into pieces; add to bowl.
Chop 2 remaining whites, add to bowl. Reserve 1 yolk for garnish.
Add blended cottage cheese, mayo, mustard, veggies, and seasonings.
Fold together until just combined.
Chill 30 min for flavors to blend. Garnish with reserved yolk.
Macros (approx.): 180–200 calories | 15–18g protein | 3–5g carbs | 0–1g fiber | 10–12g fat
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