Fish Salad

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A creamy, tropical cottage cheese salad with fresh fruit and coconut notes
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Fish Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 70.9

Description

This unique and creamy cottage cheese salad blends the tanginess of cottage cheese with the sweetness of tropical fruits and coconut extract. It creates a delightful contrast of textures, combining the smooth curds with juicy fruit pieces and soft banana slices. Perfectly balanced with just a touch of sugar, this dish serves as an excellent light lunch, a refreshing side for picnics, or a healthy snack. It is simple to prepare using ingredients you likely have on hand, offering a comforting yet vibrant flavor profile that is both satisfying and easy to make.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Drain the canned tropical fruit thoroughly and place it in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the cottage cheese to the bowl with the fruit.
  3. Sprinkle the sugar over the cottage cheese and fruit mixture.
  4. Drizzle the coconut extract evenly over the ingredients.
  5. Gently fold the mixture together until the sugar and extract are well distributed.
  6. Carefully fold in the sliced banana to avoid mashing it.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 70.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.2g2%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 3.5mg2%
Sodium 91.8mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 12.1g5%
Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
Sugars 8.6g
Protein 3.2g7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Serve immediately or chill for up to 2 hours. Adding banana too far in advance may cause it to brown.

For a dairy-free version, substitute cottage cheese with silken tofu or a vegan curd alternative.

Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of the tropical fruit used.

Fresh pineapple, mango, and peaches work well as substitutes for canned tropical fruit.

Keywords: cottage cheese, tropical fruit, banana, coconut extract, salad, vegetarian, healthy snack, light lunch, creamy, sweet salad, fruit salad, easy recipe, dairy, picnic food, refreshing, quick meal
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