Welcome to the world of culinary exploration! Today, we embark on a journey to discover a unique and refreshing recipe: jello with cucumbers and cottage cheese. This tantalizing dish combines the smoothness of jello, the crispness of cucumbers, and the creamy texture of cottage cheese to create a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a light and summery snack, a refreshing side dish, or a creative addition to your next party spread, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's dive into the wonderful world of jello, cucumbers, and cottage cheese!
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JELLO WITH CUCUMBERS AND COTTAGE CHEESE
This vegetable salad mold is a nice accompaniment to a buffet or dinner. It's very refreshing, crunchy. and not too sweet thanks to the lemon juice and onion. Recipe was found a Cooks.com. Cooking time is actually chilling time.
Provided by Lorraine of AZ
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium or large bowl, dissolve jello in boiling water. Add onion and lemon juice. Chill until partially set, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Beat at high speed until light and fluffy. Fold in cottage cheese and cucumbers.
- Pour into mold or 8-inch square pyrex baking pan. Chill 4 hours or overnight.
COOL CUCUMBER SALAD
This Salad is a refreshing complement to any meal, and it's attractive on the table. Whenever I'm asked to bring a dish to a potluck dinner, I prepare this salad. I often make it for friends and neighbors, too. It's always much appreciated. -Elisabeth Garrison, Elmer, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel and halve cucumber; remove the seeds. Shred and pat dry; set aside. In a bowl, combine gelatin and salt with boiling water; stir until dissolved. Add mayonnaise and cottage cheese; mix well. Stir in the onion and shredded cucumber. Pour into an oiled 5-cup mold. Refrigerate until firm. Unmold onto a serving platter. Garnish with cucumbers and parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370 calories, Fat 31g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 759mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
TANGY CUCUMBER GELATIN
A friend shared this recipe with me years ago. She had a vegetable garden and always had a good yield of cucumbers. This pleasant, comforting salad is the right amount for one or two. The cucumber and green onions give a nice texture contrast and refreshing crunch. -Bernadeane McWilliam, Decatur, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add the cucumber and onions. Stir in cottage cheese and mayonnaise until blended. Pour into two 1-1/2-cup molds coated with cooking spray. Refrigerate overnight or until set. Unmold just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 calories, Fat 49g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
THREADGILL'S COTTAGE CHEESE CUCUMBER SALAD
This refreshing salad from Threadgill's brings back fond memories of iced tea, live music, fried catfish, and other delights from the Austin, TX restaurant. The dish can be served as a side salad, or, for a low-calorie lunch, serve on a bed of lettuce with some tomato wedges sprinkled with salt & pepper. I clipped the recipe from the Austin American Statesman many years ago. The original called for fresh parsley, but I like it with the dill.
Provided by appleydapply
Categories Vegetable
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Peel the cucumber and slice lengthwise into halves. Scrape out the seeds and discard, then chop the cucumber.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, cucumber, dill, and green onion. Fresh dill is best, but if you must substitute, use only 1 tsp of dried.
- Sprinkle on some black pepper and 3 dashes of Tabasco, stir again, and taste. Add more pepper and Tabasco to your taste. If you wish, skip the Tabasco and let everybody add it to their own serving.
- Serve immediately.
Tips:
- Choose the right cucumbers: For the best results, use fresh, firm cucumbers that are not too seedy. English cucumbers or Persian cucumbers are good choices.
- Peel the cucumbers: Peeling the cucumbers will help to remove any bitterness and make the salad more refreshing.
- Cut the cucumbers into thin slices: This will help them to absorb the flavors of the other ingredients more easily.
- Use good quality cottage cheese: Cottage cheese is the star of this salad, so it's important to use a good quality brand. Look for cottage cheese that is smooth and creamy, with no lumps.
- Add some flavor to the cottage cheese: You can add some flavor to the cottage cheese by mixing in some herbs, spices, or vegetables. Some good options include chives, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, or chopped bell pepper.
- Don't overmix the salad: Overmixing the salad will make it watery. Gently toss the ingredients together until they are just combined.
- Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled. You can either refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes before serving, or you can serve it immediately and let it chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before eating.
Conclusion:
Jello with cucumbers and cottage cheese is a refreshing and unique salad that is perfect for summer. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy salad, give this one a try!
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