Mandarin Orange and Cottage Cheese Delight

Mandarin Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe

Overview:

This Mandarin Cottage Cheese Salad is a delightful and easy-to-make side dish that pairs perfectly with Asian-inspired meals. It’s quick to prepare, nutritious, and kid-friendly, making it a great choice for family dinners.

• Cook Time: Not specified
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Calories per serving: 80.4 kcal
• Category: Dessert

Ingredients:

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges in light syrup, drained
• 4 lettuce leaves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Plates:

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   • Place 4 lettuce leaves on 4 salad plates. This forms the base of the salad.

2. Assemble the Salad:

   • Divide the cottage cheese evenly among the lettuce leaves, placing approximately 1/4 cup on each.

3. Add Mandarin Oranges:

   • Top each serving of cottage cheese with mandarin oranges. The light syrup from the oranges adds a touch of sweetness and flavor.

4. Drizzle with Mandarin Orange Juice:

   • Optionally, drizzle a little of the mandarin orange juice over each salad for extra flavor.

5. Serve:

   • Your Mandarin Cottage Cheese Salad is ready to be served alongside your favorite Asian dishes or as a refreshing snack on its own.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 80.4
• Total Fat: 1.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7g
• Cholesterol: 4.5mg
• Sodium: 238.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 9.6g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugars: 7g
• Protein: 8.3g

Tips:

• This salad is best served chilled.
• Adjust sweetness by choosing mandarin oranges in syrup or natural juice based on preference.
• Experiment with adding additional fruits or nuts for variety.

Keywords:

Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Fruit, Asian, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive

Review:

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Description:

This Mandarin Cottage Cheese Salad is a perfect addition to meals where you’re looking to include both vegetables and fruits. Its simplicity and refreshing flavors make it appealing to all, especially kids who might be hesitant about trying new dishes. The combination of creamy cottage cheese with the tangy sweetness of mandarin oranges creates a harmonious balance that complements Asian cuisines wonderfully.

Enjoy this quick and nutritious salad as part of your balanced meal plan or as a standalone snack any time of the day!