Best 7 Pear Cottage Cheese Salad Recipes

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Pear cottage cheese salad is a classic dish that combines the sweet, juicy flavor of pears with the creamy texture of cottage cheese. It's a refreshing and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or snack. With so many different variations, you're sure to find a pear cottage cheese salad recipe that you'll love.

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PEAR COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Perfect anytime, this quick-fix salad makes a terrific snack, too! -Jeannie Thomas, Dry Ridge, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups 2% cottage cheese
2 medium pears, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1/3 cup chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEAR AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD



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This salad brings together ingredients that really enhance each other, and the dressing packs a perfect punch with maple syrup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. It's a favorite in my family!

Provided by SPERL25

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (10 ounce) bag mixed field greens
½ cup sliced red onion
1 Bosc pear, cored and sliced
½ cup chopped candied pecans
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¼ cup maple syrup
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup walnut oil

Steps:

  • Place the salad greens in a large bowl. Add the red onion, pear, pecans, and blue cheese, and toss to mix evenly.
  • To make the dressing, place the maple syrup, vinegar, mayonnaise, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a blender, and blend thoroughly. With the motor running, slowly pour in the walnut oil. Blend until mixture becomes creamy, about 1 minute. Pour over salad mixture, and toss to coat greens evenly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 630.7 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

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 :

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.

PEAR AND CHEESE SALAD



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My Grams used to make this often when I was growing up. I just loved it and still do! Hubby requests this a lot and so does the picky daughter! It's so simple, yet tastes so good. Especially on hot summer evenings.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Pears

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 canned pear halves
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 tablespoons finely grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Place each pear half on salad plate with pit side up.
  • Place 1 tablespoon mayonnaise in each pear half, then sprinkle each with cheese.
  • Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.2, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 18.6, Sodium 195.3, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 3.9

ROASTED-PEAR AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon well-aged balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Dash of fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons pumpkinseed oil
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into quarters
Olive oil spray
1 pound mesclun, rinsed and dried
8 ounces fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup toasted pumpkinseeds
1 tablespoon pumpkinseed oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. To make the vinaigrette, combine the vinegars with the salt and pepper in a salad bowl. Slowly whisk in the pumpkinseed oil and then the canola oil. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
  • Place pears in a roasting pan that has been lightly sprayed with oil. Lightly spray the pears, and roast for 40 minutes, or until golden and nearly soft. Remove from the oven, and allow to cool slightly.
  • To assemble the salad, place the pear quarters in the center of each of four plates. Toss the mesclun with the vinaigrette; then, add the goat cheese in small pinches and toss carefully. Surround the pears with the goat cheese salad. Sprinkle the toasted pumpkin seeds over the arrangement. Drizzle 1 tablespoon pumpkinseed oil over the pears, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 408, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 440 milligrams, Sugar 19 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HAM, CHEESE & PEAR SALAD



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Whip up this ham, ricotta, pear, rocket and couscous salad in just 15 minutes. Serving two, it's a lovely summer lunch or speedy balanced supper

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Lunch, Supper

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

100g couscous
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp honey
80g baby spinach
60g rocket
2 small pears, cored, quartered and finely sliced
50g ricotta
1⁄2 small bunch of chives, finely sliced
1 lemon, zested
4 thin slices of ham, shredded

Steps:

  • Tip the couscous into a heatproof bowl and pour over 140ml boiling water from the kettle. Cover and leave for 4 mins. Meanwhile, whisk the olive oil, mustard, vinegar and honey together in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Toss the spinach, rocket and pears with the dressing. Fluff the couscous with a fork, then mix into the salad while still warm (this will wilt the greens slightly). Divide between two plates.
  • Combine the ricotta and 2 tbsp water with most of the chives and the lemon zest. Top the salad with spoonfuls of the ricotta mixture, the ham and remaining chives. Finish with a grinding of black pepper, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 14 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 1.6 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm pears for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have cottage cheese, you can substitute ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt.
  • Add a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
  • For a sweeter salad, drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
  • For a savory salad, add a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Pear cottage cheese salad is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its sweet and savory flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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