Strawberry Cottage Cheese Salad
Make a simple fruit salad this summer thanks to this tasty Strawberry Cottage Cheese Salad recipe! Made with only 4 ingredients and a moment of your time, this pink fluff is perfect as a last-minute addition to the table.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 94kcal
Cost: Recipe $7.61 / Serving $0.63
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, washed and diced ($3.32)
- 16 ounces cottage cheese ($2.24)
- 1 box (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin, sugar-free if preferred ($0.98)
- 8 ounces whipped topping, thawed ($1.07)
Instructions
- Prep strawberries. Dice strawberries into small, even pieces and set aside.
- Mix base. In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese and strawberry gelatin until evenly mixed.
- Add fruit. Stir in diced strawberries until well distributed.
- Fold topping. Add thawed whipped topping and gently fold until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the salad fluffy.
- Chill or serve. Serve immediately or refrigerate at least 2 hours to allow the salad to set.
Notes
- Serving Size. Nutrition is based on about ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon per serving.
- Texture Tip. Small-curd cottage cheese creates a smoother consistency.
- Mixing Order. Mixing gelatin with cottage cheese first helps prevent clumping.
- Chill Time. Chill at least 2 hours. Best enjoyed the same day.
- Add-Ins. Stir in marshmallows, nuts, or extra fruit just before serving.
- Storage. Refrigerate in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days. Do not freeze.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 94kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 188mg | Potassium: 131mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 0.2mg
