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In a world where healthy eating often seems complicated and time-consuming, the Cottage Cheese & Fruit Fiesta Salad emerges as a refreshing and nutritious delight. This vibrant dish harmonizes the creamy texture of cottage cheese with the natural sweetness of fresh fruits, creating a satisfying meal that is not only pleasing to the palate but also packed with essential nutrients. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, this salad is a quick and easy option for anyone looking to incorporate more wholesome ingredients into their diet.

Cottage Cheese and Fruit Salad

Delight in a refreshing Cottage Cheese & Fruit Fiesta Salad that's perfect for any occasion! This vibrant salad combines creamy low-fat cottage cheese with a medley of fresh fruits like strawberries, pineapple, banana, apple, and blueberries. Sweeten it with honey or maple syrup, add a hint of vanilla, and garnish with fresh mint. It's quick to make, healthy, and offers a burst of flavor in every bite. A delicious way to enjoy your fruits!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups cottage cheese (preferably low-fat)

1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced

1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)

1 medium banana, sliced

1 medium apple, cored and diced (preferably a sweet variety like Fuji or Honeycrisp)

½ cup blueberries

¼ cup honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (for garnish)

A squeeze of lemon juice (to prevent apple and banana from browning)

A pinch of salt (optional, to enhance flavors)

Instructions
 

In a large bowl, add the cottage cheese. If desired, stir in honey or maple syrup for added sweetness and vanilla extract for flavor.

    Prepare your fruits: hull and slice the strawberries, chop the pineapple (if using fresh), slice the banana, dice the apple, and rinse the blueberries.

      Combine the prepared fruits into the bowl with the cottage cheese. Gently fold everything together until the cottage cheese is evenly distributed among the fruits.

        Squeeze a little lemon juice over the apple and banana slices to prevent browning and enhance freshness.

          Add a pinch of salt if desired, then fold gently one more time.

            Garnish with chopped fresh mint for a burst of color and flavor.

              Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to one hour before serving to chill slightly.

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes | Servings: 4