Cottage Cheese Pierogi Dumplings 🥟🧀 – Light & Protein-Packed
Light and protein-packed pierogi dumplings filled with cottage cheese, a healthier twist on the traditional Polish comfort food. Perfect for a quick meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Polish
Ingredients
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- For Dough:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup water
- For Filling:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 egg yolk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Serving:
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Add egg and water, mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes, cover, and rest for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling:
- Mix cottage cheese, green onions, egg yolk, salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
- Assemble Pierogi:
- Roll out dough thinly, cut into circles. Place filling in center, fold and seal edges with a fork. Repeat.
- Cook:
- Boil in salted water for 3-5 minutes until they float. Optionally, sauté in a pan with a bit of butter for crispiness.
- Serve:
- Serve warm with sour cream or yogurt if desired.
Notes
These pierogi are boiled and can be frozen for later. Ensure sealing is tight to prevent filling leakage.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 10g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/cottage-cheese-pierogi-dumplings/