Cranberry Cottage Cheese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Cranberry Cottage Cheese Salad is the perfect fusion of sweet and tangy! Bursting with chopped fresh cranberries, crisp diced apples, and crunchy walnuts, this no-cook dish is brought together with a light orange juice and honey dressing, creating a harmonious balance of textures and tastes. The creamy cottage cheese serves as the ideal base, adding richness while keeping the salad light and wholesome. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile salad can be chilled to enhance its flavors and is perfect as a festive holiday side dish or a nutrient-rich snack. Garnish with a touch of fresh mint for an eye-catching finish that complements every bite. Ideal for anyone looking for a healthy, gluten-free recipe that doesn’t skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage cheese
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
- 1 Diced apple (preferably a sweet variety like Fuji or Honeycrisp)
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly and place them in a food processor. Pulse a few times until they are coarsely chopped. If you don’t have a food processor, you can chop them finely by hand.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice and honey until well combined. This will serve as a light dressing for the salad.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chopped cranberries, chopped walnuts, and diced apple. Mix gently to combine.
Drizzle the orange juice and honey mixture over the salad, and toss lightly to incorporate all ingredients evenly. Be gentle to avoid breaking the cottage cheese curds.
Taste the salad and adjust sweetness by adding a little more honey if desired.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, sprinkle freshly chopped mint on top as an optional garnish for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve the salad as a light side dish or enjoy it on its own as a refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
265 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.6 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 352 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.8 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 299 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
