Mixed Meal (salad, Syrniki, Dumplings) Recipe

Salad

1. Start with a base of mixed greens, such as spinach, arugula, and lettuce. 2. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions. 3. Toss in crumbled feta cheese and sliced olives. 4. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. 5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 6. Toss well and serve chilled.

Syrniki

1. In a bowl, combine 500g of cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 4 tablespoons of flour, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and a pinch of salt. 2. Mix everything together until a dough forms. 3. Shape the dough into small patties. 4. Heat a pan with butter or oil over medium heat. 5. Cook the patties in batches until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. 6. Serve warm with sour cream or jam.

Dumplings

1. In a large bowl, mix 2 cups of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 3/4 cup of warm water to form a dough. Knead until smooth and let rest for 30 minutes. 2. Roll out the dough and cut it into circles using a glass or cookie cutter. 3. Fill each circle with a teaspoon of your preferred filling (potato, cheese, meat, vegetables). 4. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal. 5. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the dumplings until they float, about 3-4 minutes. 6. Remove and serve with melted butter or your favorite sauce.