Pineapple Cherry Cottage Cheese Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Pineapple Cherry Cottage Cheese Salad, a delightful no-cook recipe that's as easy as it is delicious. Bursting with tropical flavors, this salad combines creamy cottage cheese with juicy pineapple chunks and vibrant maraschino cherries for a perfect blend of texture and sweetness. A sprinkle of shredded coconut adds a touch of indulgence, while an optional drizzle of honey or agave syrup enhances the natural fruitiness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and healthy side dish is perfect for light lunches, potlucks, or as a sweet-savory snack. Garnished with fresh mint, it’s as visually appealing as it is flavorful. Serve it chilled and watch it become a crowd favorite! Keywords: pineapple cherry salad, cottage cheese salad, tropical fruit salad, quick no-cook recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1.5 cups pineapple chunks (canned or fresh, drained if canned)
- 0.75 cup maraschino cherries (halved, drained if jarred)
- 0.5 cup crushed pineapple (canned, drained)
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or agave syrup, optional, for added sweetness)
- 2 sprigs fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese and use a spoon to break up any large curds for a smooth consistency.
Fold in the pineapple chunks, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cottage cheese.
Gently stir in the halved maraschino cherries and the crushed pineapple. Be careful not to mash the cherries to keep their shape intact.
If desired, add the shredded coconut for a hint of texture and tropical flavor, and mix thoroughly.
If the salad needs a touch of sweetness, drizzle the honey or agave syrup over the mixture and lightly stir to combine.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual serving plates. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and added freshness, if using.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy cold!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1001 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.7 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 323 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 944 mg | 20% | |
*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.
