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A refreshingly simple and creamy snack or light meal. Sweet pineapple chunks and crunchy pecans are folded into smooth cottage cheese with a hint of warm cinnamon. Perfect for a quick, high-protein boost.
Prepare your ingredients. If using canned pineapple, drain it thoroughly in a colander to remove excess liquid. Roughly chop the pecans.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese. Gently fold in the drained pineapple chunks and most of the chopped pecans, reserving a tablespoon for garnish.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon over the mixture. If you prefer a sweeter taste, drizzle with honey. Stir gently until all ingredients are just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the texture of the cottage cheese curds.
Divide the cottage cheese mixture evenly into six bowls. Garnish with the remaining chopped pecans and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
A refreshingly simple and creamy snack or light meal. Sweet pineapple chunks and crunchy pecans are folded into smooth cottage cheese with a hint of warm cinnamon. Perfect for a quick, high-protein boost.
This american recipe takes 5 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 260.25 calories per serving with 17.47g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or snack or dessert.
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Swap the pineapple for other fruits like mandarin oranges, peaches, berries, or diced mango.
Use walnuts, almonds, or pistachios instead of pecans. You can also add a tablespoon of chia seeds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch and nutrients.
Stir in 2-3 tablespoons of unsweetened shredded coconut for a tropical twist.
Omit the fruit, cinnamon, and honey. Instead, add chopped chives, a pinch of black pepper, and diced cucumber for a savory snack.
Cottage cheese is packed with casein protein, a slow-digesting protein that promotes muscle growth and repair, and helps you feel full for longer.
Many brands of cottage cheese contain live and active cultures (probiotics) that contribute to a healthy gut microbiome, aiding in digestion and overall wellness.
This dish provides essential nutrients like calcium for bone health, vitamin C and manganese from pineapple, and healthy fats and vitamin E from pecans.
A one-cup serving contains approximately 250-300 calories, depending on whether you use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese and if you add honey.
Yes, it's a very healthy option. It's high in protein which aids in muscle repair and satiety, contains probiotics for gut health, and provides vitamins and minerals from the pineapple and healthy fats from the pecans.
It's best served fresh. If you make it ahead, the pineapple can release liquid and make the cottage cheese watery. If you need to prep, you can chop the nuts and drain the pineapple in advance, then combine everything just before serving.
Small curd cottage cheese works best as it mixes well with the other ingredients. You can use full-fat (4%) for a richer, creamier taste or low-fat (1% or 2%) for a lighter option.
Absolutely! Fresh, ripe pineapple is delicious in this recipe. Just be sure to dice it into small chunks and pat it dry with a paper towel to remove excess juice before adding it to the cottage cheese.
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