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Cottage Cheese Jello Salad

A creamy, fruity salad made with cottage cheese and jello, perfect for potlucks and gatherings.

  • Total Time: 120 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cottage cheese
  • 1 package (3 oz) gelatin mix (your favorite flavor)
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple or mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1 cup whipped topping or lightly sweetened whipped cream
  • Optional: mini marshmallows, chopped pecans, or fresh berries for add-ins

Instructions

  1. Chill your mixing bowl to keep the mixture fluffy.
  2. Whisk the gelatin mix with the cottage cheese until color is uniform.
  3. Fold in the thoroughly drained fruit.
  4. Add the whipped topping and gently fold to keep the mixture light.
  5. Incorporate optional mix-ins if desired.
  6. Chill in a serving dish for at least 2 hours or overnight to set.

Notes

For a smoother texture, blend the cottage cheese. If too loose, add an extra scoop of whipped topping. Makes great leftovers.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: cottage cheese, jello salad, creamy salad, potluck dish, fruit salad