Cottage Cheese Surprise South Beach Phase 1 Recipe

Craving a creamy, dreamy dessert but sticking to the South Beach Diet Phase 1? This surprisingly delicious Cottage Cheese Surprise is your answer! A low-calorie twist on a classic, this recipe skips the fruit and sugar overload for a light and refreshing treat that's perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without derailing your diet. No ricotta salads here – just pure South Beach Phase 1 goodness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 72.6 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cottage Cheese Surprise South Beach Phase 1

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How to Make Cottage Cheese Surprise South Beach Phase 1

  1. In a medium bowl, gently stir together 1 cup of cottage cheese until smooth.
  2. Gradually add 1 (3-ounce) package of sugar-free lime jello powder, stirring constantly until completely dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of sugar-free whipped topping (like Cool Whip). Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (almonds or pecans recommended).
  5. Pour the mixture into individual serving dishes or a single bowl.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled and set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g