Creating Cottage Cheese Egg Salad can be effortless if you follow these simple steps:

1. Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, cover the pot, remove from heat, and let sit for 10-12 minutes.
2. Cool the Eggs: After the eggs are done, transfer them to an ice bath to cool for about 5 minutes. Once cooled, peel the eggs and chop them into small pieces.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, mayonnaise (if using), Dijon mustard, chives, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
4. Add Eggs: Gently fold in the chopped eggs until they are evenly coated with the cottage cheese mixture.
5. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs according to your preference.
6. Serve or Chill: You can serve the egg salad immediately or refrigerate it for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

This step-by-step guide makes it easy to create a delicious Cottage Cheese Egg Salad that you and your family will love.