Fish Salad

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.

Cuisine: French

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 70.9

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

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

1 T sugar (or more to taste)
1 Teaspoon coconut extract (imitation is fine)
1 (15-1/4 oz) can Dole tropical fruit, drained (Fresh fruit can be used if available)
1 (8 oz) container of cottage cheese
1 Small banana, cut into 1/4-inch slices

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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