Best 6 Cottage Cheese And Pecan Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a flavor-packed journey with our delectable Cottage Cheese and Pecan Salad, a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This refreshing salad boasts a harmonious blend of creamy cottage cheese, crunchy pecans, crisp celery, sweet dried cranberries, and a tangy dressing that brings it all together.

As you delve into this culinary delight, the smooth and velvety cottage cheese provides a delightful contrast to the nutty crunch of pecans, while the celery adds a refreshing crispness. The burst of sweetness from dried cranberries elevates each bite, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Drizzled with a zesty dressing made with mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and honey, this salad delivers a harmonious fusion of tangy, sweet, and savory notes that will leave you craving more.

But our culinary adventure doesn't stop there. Explore variations of this classic salad with our featured recipes. Discover the Mediterranean-inspired twist of our Greek Cottage Cheese Salad, where crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing transport you to the shores of Greece.

For a lighter option, try our Cottage Cheese and Fruit Salad, a refreshing medley of cottage cheese, mixed berries, and a hint of honey, perfect for a healthy and satisfying snack or breakfast. And for those who love avocado's creamy richness, our Avocado Cottage Cheese Salad combines ripe avocados, cherry tomatoes, and a tangy lime dressing, creating a vibrant and flavorful salad that's sure to impress.

Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a healthy snack, our Cottage Cheese and Pecan Salad, along with its enticing variations, offers a delightful experience that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you feeling revitalized.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

HOUSE SALAD WITH CANDIED PECANS



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A restaurant-worthy House Salad with greens, candied pecans, dried cranberries, blue cheese and mandarin oranges in a creamy homemade dressing -- and easy enough for any night of the week!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Salad     Side     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

½ cup water
½ cup granulated sugar
2 ½ cups coarsely chopped pecans
Kosher salt, to taste
1 ½ cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups spring mix lettuce
¾ cup sweetened dried cranberries, such as Craisins
¾ cup crumbled blue cheese
¾ cup mandarin oranges, drained
⅓ cup candied pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a small saucepan on the stovetop, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, whisking to dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat, stir in the pecans; toss to coat. Spread the nuts on a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Toast in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until toasty. Keep a close eye on them so that they don't burn. While still warm, sprinkle the nuts with a little bit of kosher salt to taste. Set aside to cool completely. Once cool, you can store the candied nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a month.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. Add the vinegar and mustard, whisk to combine.
  • Whisk in the oil, one tablespoon at a time, blending well after each addition. The mixture should be thick, but pourable. If it's too thick, gradually whisk in some water until it reaches the desired consistency. Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Arrange the lettuce greens on individual salad plates or on a large serving platter. Top with candied pecans, blue cheese, cranberries and oranges. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the salad, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 salad with about 2 tablespoons dressing, Calories 303 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 397 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 15 g

COTTAGE CHEESE JELLO SALAD



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This creamy, dreamy Cottage Cheese Jello Salad is one of my favorite treats once the weather turns warm in the spring and summer. It's perfect for potlucks, backyard barbecues, and family reunions!

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 ounces jello, any flavor
15 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
16 ounces cottage cheese
8 ounces Cool Whip, thawed

Steps:

  • Combine cottage cheese, pineapple, and gelatin in a bowl, stirring well.
  • Fold the Cool Whip in with the other ingredients until combined. Try not to overmix and deflate the Cool Whip.
  • Transfer to a clean serving bowl, then cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Sodium 277 mg, Sugar 23 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Fiber 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PECAN SPINACH SALAD



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My family thinks this refreshing salad is sensational. Coated with a pleasant vinaigrette and topped with toasted pecans and blue cheese, it has an impressive look and taste. Though it can be prepared in 10 minutes or less, don't tell my family because they'd never believe it!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/3 cup real bacon bits
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
DRESSING:
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pecans, bacon and blue cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 33g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HOLIDAY GREEN GELATIN SALAD



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This salad has been a family favorite for over four generations, requested every Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is smooth and creamy with the crunch of pecans, and light green in color. It has a very unique flavor, and goes very quickly at our home. Any left over crushed pineapple and cottage cheese make a great snack for kids.

Provided by Ginger

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Dessert Salad Recipes     Jell-O® Salad

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 cup water, or as needed
1 (3 ounce) package lime flavored Jell-O® mix
1 (3 ounce) package lemon flavored Jell-O® mix
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup canned evaporated milk
1 cup small curd cottage cheese
½ cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large measuring pitcher, mix reserved pineapple juice and enough water to yield 2 cups. Pour into a pot and bring to a boil. Add the lime and lemon gelatin mixes and stir until completely dissolved.
  • Stir the mayonnaise and evaporated milk together in a mixing bowl. Stir in the gelatin mixture until completely blended. Mix in the crushed pineapple, cottage cheese, and pecans. Pour the gelatin mixture into a serving bowl. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.7 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 30.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 409.7 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

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.

COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Cottage cheese and fresh green onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes make this salad great with spaghetti or other Italian faves!

Provided by RANDIMARTIN

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese, drained
4 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and cucumbers. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 458.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the chicken. This will make it tough and dry.
  • Use a variety of textures in your salad. This will make it more interesting to eat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. There are many ways to make a delicious cottage cheese and pecan salad.

Conclusion:

Cottage cheese and pecan salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its creamy cottage cheese, crunchy pecans, and sweet dried cranberries, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this cottage cheese and pecan salad a try.

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