Orange Cottage Cheese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, the Orange Cottage Cheese Salad is a quick-to-make dish perfect for warm-weather dining or a healthy snack. This no-cook recipe marries juicy, bite-sized orange slices with creamy cottage cheese, a drizzle of golden honey, and the zesty kick of fresh mint leaves—a trio of flavors that’s balanced beautifully with a touch of salt and pepper. Topped with crunchy slivered almonds, it offers both a delightful texture and a boost of nutrients. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is ideal for light lunches, brunch menus, or as a cooling side dish during summer. Serve it chilled for an ultra-refreshing experience that’s as satisfying as it is simple.
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Ingredients
- 3 large oranges
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by peeling the oranges. Remove as much of the white pith as possible to avoid bitterness.
Step 2
Slice the peeled oranges into bite-sized pieces and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add the cottage cheese to the bowl with the oranges.
Step 4
Drizzle the honey over the oranges and cottage cheese.
Step 5
Finely chop the mint leaves and sprinkle them into the bowl.
Step 6
Add a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper to enhance the flavors.
Step 7
Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly combined.
Step 8
Sprinkle the slivered almonds on top for added crunch and garnish.
Step 9
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for an extra-refreshing salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1110.4 grams (1110.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 946 |
| Total Fat 26.10g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 5.50g | 28% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g | |
| Cholesterol 43mg | 14% |
| Sodium 1127mg | 49% |
| Total Carbohydrate 150.90g | 55% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.80g | 56% |
| Total Sugars 119.10g | |
| Protein 43.00g | 86% |
| Vitamin D 19IU | 96% |
| Calcium 555mg | 43% |
| Iron 3mg | 15% |
| Potassium 1474mg | 31% |
Source of Calories