Banana Split Cottage Cheese Salad Recipe

A surprisingly delightful twist on a classic! This vibrant Banana Split Cottage Cheese Salad, inspired by Joanna Lund's cookbooks, is a light and refreshing treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, lunch, or a snack. Sweet bananas, crunchy nuts, and creamy cottage cheese combine for a healthy and satisfying dish that's surprisingly easy to make. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 233.6 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Split Cottage Cheese Salad

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How to Make Banana Split Cottage Cheese Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, mash half of the banana with a fork until mostly smooth.
  2. Add the cottage cheese to the bowl and gently mix with the mashed banana.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and a touch of honey or maple syrup to your liking.
  4. Slice the remaining half of the banana and add it to the bowl along with the chopped pecans or walnuts.
  5. Mix gently to combine all ingredients.
  6. If desired, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon before serving.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy and delicious Banana Split Cottage Cheese Salad!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

104g

Fat

11g

Carbs

11g