🥗 Quick Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe 🥗
Description:
An old standby, this Quick Cottage Cheese Salad is not only delicious but also very healthy, making it a great way to get kids to consume more calcium! This recipe holds a special place in many hearts as it was a winter favorite when fresh fruit was scarce, often made by moms to ensure their loved ones got their nutrients in a tasty way.
Recipe Category: Pears 🍐
Keywords: Fruit, Kid Friendly, < 15 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy 🍽️
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 149.8
- Fat Content: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.8mg
- Sodium Content: 435mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.5g
- Sugar Content: 7.9g
- Protein Content: 13.7g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 pear halves
- Dressing of your choice
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wash lettuce leaves thoroughly, pat them dry, and place them on individual salad plates. | PT0M |
| 2 | Spoon 1/2 cup of cottage cheese onto each lettuce leaf. | PT0M |
| 3 | Place a pear half on top of the cottage cheese on each plate. | PT0M |
| 4 | Drizzle about 1 tablespoon of your favorite dressing over each portion of the salad, adjusting to taste preferences. | PT0M |
| 5 | Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp, refreshing flavors of this delightful cottage cheese salad! | PT0M |
Additional Notes:
- This salad is best served fresh, so avoid preparing it in advance unless you can keep the salads properly chilled to maintain freshness and taste.
- Feel free to customize the salad by adding nuts, seeds, or other fruits for added texture and flavor.
- Experiment with different dressings to find your favorite combination that complements the creamy cottage cheese and sweet pears perfectly.
This Quick Cottage Cheese Salad is not only a breeze to make but also a delightful way to enjoy a nutritious and flavorful meal in just minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, it’s sure to become a family favorite! 🌟
