Best 6 Delicious Cottage Cheese Summer Salad Recipes

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In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to explore the delightful Cottage Cheese Summer Salad, a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of the season. This salad is a harmonious blend of fresh, crisp vegetables, creamy cottage cheese, and a tangy dressing that tantalizes your taste buds. We'll guide you through three variations of this versatile salad, each offering unique flavor combinations and textures. From the classic Cottage Cheese Summer Salad, bursting with sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, to the Mediterranean-inspired Greek Cottage Cheese Salad, featuring aromatic cucumbers, tangy olives, and crumbled feta cheese, to the vibrant Mexican Cottage Cheese Salad, infused with spicy jalapeƱos, sweet bell peppers, and a hint of lime, these recipes cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to elevate your summer meals with these delectable cottage cheese salads!

Let's cook with our recipes!

COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Cottage cheese is jazzed up in this light and refreshing side dish. This is a great change-of-pace salad for any time of year. With crunchy fresh veggies and zesty ranch dressing, you'll enjoy every bite!-Lynn Penner, Prescott, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/2 cup chopped cucumber
1/3 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon ranch salad dressing mix

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

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

SUMMERTIME COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD



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Fresh cottage cheese salad. Utilize the veggies from your garden. I'm not sure when I started making this salad. My grandma came up with it years ago, and I've made some simple changes to make it my own. **I've never had this salad on a bun, but my fellow Zaarites have taken gorgeous pictures in that form. I think I'll try it on a toasted onion bagel!

Provided by kittycatmom

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 quart, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (24 ounce) container cottage cheese
1 medium carrot, peeled and shredded
1/2 green pepper, chopped (more or less depending on your taste)
2 green onions, chopped fine (use tops)
2 medium fresh tomatoes, de-seed for less juice and chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Drain excess fluid from cottage cheese. (If you decide to put in on bread, you may want to drain in a strainer.).
  • Gently fold together shredded carrot, green pepper, onions, tomato and cottage cheese.
  • Place in serving dish, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 504.4, Carbohydrate 6.7, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 15.9

DELICIOUS COTTAGE CHEESE SUMMER SALAD



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This a great summer *salad can be made fresh from your very own garden, it is quick and easy to make, very tasty with choices that suit your own personal taste. *Great low cal salad.

Provided by Mary Lee

Categories     Other Salads

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 c cottage cheese (regular, low-fat, fat free large or small curd ... your choice)
1 thin cucumber or 2 cucumber pickles peeled , halved and cut thin
1 - 2 green onions chopped partially up stem
1 - 2 pinches dill (optional)
salt/pepper to taste
garnish: w/ cherry tomatoes, cherry peppers, fresh green pepper strips, raddishes or whatever suits your fancy

Steps:

  • 1. In serving bowl add all ingredients starting with the cottage cheese first , mix/toss well .. top with garnishes of your choice. Enjoy !

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

LATE-SUMMER CHOPPED SALAD WITH COTTAGE CHEESE



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As summer winds down, combine cucumbers with a taste of fall -- apples and fennel -- in this crunchy salad. Cottage cheese makes it substantial enough for lunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons rice-wine vinegar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup chopped fennel
1 cup chopped apple
Cottage cheese
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine rice-wine vinegar, oil, and salt. Toss with cucumber, fennel, and apple. Serve spooned over cottage cheese, sprinkled with pepper and fennel fronds.

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture in your cottage cheese summer salad. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and sweet corn.
  • Use a Variety of Colors and Textures: Incorporate a variety of colors and textures into your salad to make it visually appealing and interesting to eat. Consider adding brightly colored bell peppers, crunchy radishes, or juicy watermelon.
  • Balance the Flavors: Aim for a balance of flavors in your salad. Sweetness from corn or fruit, acidity from tomatoes or lemon juice, and saltiness from feta cheese or bacon can all contribute to a well-rounded flavor profile.
  • Don't Overdress the Salad: Cottage cheese already adds a creamy texture to the salad, so go easy on the dressing. A light vinaigrette or a simple drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice is often sufficient.
  • Serve the Salad Chilled: Cottage cheese summer salad is best served chilled. This helps to keep the ingredients crisp and refreshing, especially on a hot summer day.

Conclusion:

Cottage cheese summer salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at a barbecue. With its creamy cottage cheese, fresh vegetables, and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique cottage cheese summer salad recipe.

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