Best 4 Easy Elegant Cottage Cheese And Pineapple Salad Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes embody the essence of elegance and simplicity quite like the "Easy Elegant Cottage Cheese and Pineapple Salad". This culinary masterpiece, an oasis of fresh flavors and vibrant hues, transports taste buds to a tropical paradise. With its origins rooted in classic cottage cheese salad, this recipe adds a touch of exotic flair, transforming it into a dish worthy of any special occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY ELEGANT COTTAGE CHEESE AND PINEAPPLE SALAD



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Individual servings of a very colorful starter or attractive salad on the side which can be made ahead of time. Super easy for a beginner cook and good for you too! Before you think, eeks, mayonnaise, give it a try, it works really well. Of course you could omit the mayonnaise if you prefer. When we were kids my mom used to make this for us for lunch or for salad at dinner and we all loved it! :)

Provided by Summerwine

Categories     Pineapple

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 -8 large lettuce leaves
2 cups cottage cheese, divided in 1/2 cup each
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple, sliced in juice and drained (4 slices)
4 teaspoons mayonnaise
4 maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Line up 4 small plates on your work area and place a layer of nice green lettuce leaves on each plate.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup cottage cheese in the center of the lettuce on each plate.
  • Put 1 slice pineapple over the cottage cheese on each plate.
  • Dollop 1 teaspoon mayonnaise in the center of each pineapple per plate (I like more).
  • Dab excess juice from the maraschino cherries with a paper towel and place the cherry on top of the dollop of mayonnaise.
  • Can be served immediately or covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated until ready to serve.

PINEAPPLE COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Make and share this Pineapple Cottage Cheese Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kitchengrrl

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4-1/2 cup pineapple chunk
1 -2 tablespoon pineapple juice
unsalted sunflower seeds
dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Mix all together.
  • Eat.
  • Be happy.

COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Cottage cheese is jazzed up in this light and refreshing side dish. This is a great change-of-pace salad for any time of year. With crunchy fresh veggies and zesty ranch dressing, you'll enjoy every bite!-Lynn Penner, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Cottage cheese and fresh green onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes make this salad great with spaghetti or other Italian faves!

Provided by RANDIMARTIN

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese, drained
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and cucumbers. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 458.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pineapple for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well.
  • Use a variety of nuts for a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include walnuts, pecans, and almonds.
  • If you don't have cottage cheese, you can use ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt instead.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This cottage cheese and pineapple salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own tastes. Whether you like it sweet or savory, crunchy or creamy, this salad is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a healthy and tasty salad, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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