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Actually, cottage cheese is both. Dairy and protein are not mutually exclusive. Protein/fat/carbs are the 3 types of nutrients; dairy/grains/meats, etc. are types of foods that fall into nutrient categories. So you get good lean protein from cottage cheese, but it's dairy, so you also get the bonus of calcium. Hope this helps!
The USDA also notes that a 1/2-cup portion of cottage cheese contains a total of 88 calories. Proteins make up 48 calories within the serving. Fats comprise approximately 25 calories and carbohydrates deliver around 15 calories.