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Low Carb Blackberry Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing, Shredding
  • Cuisine: American, Keto
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

This Low Carb Blackberry Cottage Cheese Chicken Salad is the perfect keto-friendly meal that combines juicy blackberries, creamy cottage cheese, and crunchy walnuts. It’s a refreshing, protein-packed twist on the classic chicken salad, offering sweet and savory flavors with only 6 net carbs per serving. Ideal for those on low-carb or keto diets, this dish is quick to prepare and can be served on its own or with keto bread for an extra touch.


Ingredients

2 Chicken Breasts

1 cup Cottage Cheese

1/4 cup Mayonnaise

2 Celery Stalks (diced)

2 Green Onions (sliced)

1/2 cup Blackberries (sliced in half or quarters)

1/2 tsp Salt and Pepper

1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts

Keto Bread (optional)


Instructions

  • Cook chicken based on your preference (baked, boiled, or grilled). Once cooked, shred and chop into bite-sized pieces. Set aside to cool.

  • Chop celery and onions.

  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, celery, onions, blackberries, and walnuts.

  • Stir in the cottage cheese and mayonnaise. Mix well.

  • Season with salt and pepper.

  • Serve as is or on your favorite keto bread.


Notes

  • Swap blackberries with raspberries or blueberries for a different fruity twist.

  • Use almonds or pecans if you prefer a different nut.

  • Add paprika, garlic powder, or cayenne pepper for an extra kick.

  • Can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.