Best 3 Cottage Cheese Spinach Salad Recipes

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Cottage cheese spinach salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. The combination of cottage cheese, spinach, and other fresh vegetables makes it a light and healthy meal that is packed with flavor. This salad can be customized to your liking, and there are many different variations to choose from. Whether you are looking for a simple salad or something more complex, you are sure to find a cottage cheese spinach salad recipe that you will love.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE SPINACH SALAD



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Even folks who don't care for spinach enjoy this distinctive salad. The creamy dressing is a bit sweet, and cottage cheese assures that this dish is extra hearty and satisfying. We love the unusual combination of ingredients.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1-1/2 cups 4% cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, layer half of the spinach, cottage cheese and pecans. Repeat layers. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 257mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

COTTAGE CHEESE SPINACH SALAD



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Great salad that is filling. Don't let the dressing scare you away. I thought it sounded a bit odd but this is now one of our favorites. It is from Taste of Home

Provided by Bens Mom

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (10 ounce) package fresh spinach
1 (12 ounce) carton cottage cheese
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl layer spinach and cottage cheese.
  • In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
  • Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.
  • If you are not planning to serve the entire salad only put dressing on what you plan to eat.
  • The leftovers can be stored w/o the dressing on for later.
  • I also used more horseradish as we like things to have a little bit of a bite to them.

COTTAGE CHEESE SPINACH SALAD



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Categories     Leafy Green

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 10oz package fresh spinach, torn
1 12oz small curd cottage cheese
1/2 cup chopped pecan, toasted
1/2 cup sugar
3 Tbsp. vinegar
2 tsp. prepared horseradish
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground mustard

Steps:

  • 1. In a large serving bowl, layer half of the spinach, cottage cheese and pecans. Repeat. 2. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, drizzle over salad and toss. 3. Serve!

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh spinach, cottage cheese, and vegetables will give your salad the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose a variety of colors and textures: This will make your salad more visually appealing and add nutritional value.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A light vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is all you need to enhance the flavors of the ingredients.
  • Let the salad rest for a few minutes before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld and the dressing to soak into the ingredients.

Conclusion:

Cottage cheese spinach salad is a healthy, refreshing, and delicious salad that's perfect for any occasion. It's packed with nutrients, including protein, calcium, and vitamins A and C. Plus, it's low in calories and fat. With so many delicious variations, you're sure to find a cottage cheese spinach salad recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give cottage cheese spinach salad a try.

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