COTTAGE CHEESE WITH PINEAPPLE

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced (or canned pineapple chunks, drained)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut (optional, for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Pineapple

  1. Fresh Pineapple: If using fresh pineapple, dice it into bite-sized pieces. If using canned pineapple, make sure to drain it well.

Step 2: Assemble the Dish

  1. Combine: In a bowl, add the cottage cheese.
  2. Top: Add the pineapple chunks on top of the cottage cheese.

Step 3: Garnish and Serve

  1. Sweeten: Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter dish.
  2. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle with shredded coconut and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a tropical touch.

Tips:

  • For a crunchier texture, you can add a handful of chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts.
  • If you’re using canned pineapple in syrup, you might want to skip the additional sweetener.

Variations:

  • Tropical Twist: Add mango or papaya chunks for a tropical fruit medley.
  • Savory Option: Mix in a pinch of black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil for a savory version.