Quick Cottage Cheese Salad

Prep: 10 min

A quick and refreshing salad combining creamy cottage cheese with sweet fruit flavors, accented by the tang of Jell-O. Perfect for a light snack or dessert, it suits those seeking a chilled, fruity dish with a creamy texture that can be prepared in minutes for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 small carton cottage cheese
  • 1 small box Jell-O
  • 1 small can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 small can mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup rice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle Jell-O over cottage cheese and mix well.
  2. Add drained crushed pineapple, drained mandarin oranges, and rice (if using).
  3. Fold in Cool Whip until evenly combined.
  4. Refrigerate before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

150 kcal 7% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.6g 11% DV
Total Fat 1.4g 2% DV
Carbs 29.3g 11% DV
Fiber 0.7g 2% DV
Sugar 4.7g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 301.5mg 13% DV
Potassium 109.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 4.3mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 20.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 6.8mg 8% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 30.5mg 2% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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