Cottage Cheese and Vegetable Aspic

Cottage Cheese and Vegetable Aspic recipe videos

Cottage Cheese and Vegetable Aspic is a savory, chilled gelatin dish popular in Eastern European and Russian cuisine. It features a base of meat or vegetable broth set with gelatin, studded with cottage cheese, and mixed with finely chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and celery. It's often served as a refreshing appetizer or light meal, especially during warmer months or festive occasions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in protein due to the cottage cheese and broth base, with moderate fat and relatively low carbohydrates. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins, with a calorie ballpark of around 200-300 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Calcium	220 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Aspic dishes have a long culinary history as a way to preserve and present leftovers elegantly, and the combination with cottage cheese adds a unique textural contrast of smooth gel and creamy curds. Nutritionally, it's a protein-rich, low-sugar option that can be customized with various vegetables for added fiber and micronutrients.