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Fresh Lime Jello Salad with Creamy Cottage Cheese

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A quick and easy retro-inspired jello salad combining the zing of fresh lime with smooth creamy cottage cheese, perfect for potlucks and light meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 oz (85g) Lime Jello Mix
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Boiling Water
  • 1 cup (240 ml) Cold Water
  • 1 cup (225g) Creamy Cottage Cheese (small-curd, room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Fresh Lime Juice
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (120g) Pineapple Chunks (drained if canned)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (30g) Chopped Pecans or Walnuts

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water into a large mixing bowl and stir in the lime jello powder until fully dissolved (about 2 minutes).
  2. Stir in 1 cup (240 ml) cold water to the dissolved jello mixture and set aside to cool for about 10 minutes until warm but not hot.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup (225g) small-curd cottage cheese with 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk. Whisk or use a hand mixer until smooth and creamy (3-4 minutes).
  4. Stir 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice into the cottage cheese mixture.
  5. Slowly fold the cooled lime jello into the creamy mixture using a rubber spatula, combining gently without deflating the texture (about 2 minutes).
  6. Fold in optional pineapple chunks and chopped nuts if using.
  7. Pour the mixture into a loaf pan or glass serving dish and smooth the top.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight until firm but still jiggly.
  9. Serve chilled, sliced into squares or scooped with a spoon. Garnish with lime zest or fresh mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature cottage cheese for smoother blending. Let the jello cool to warm before mixing to avoid curdling. Chill overnight for best texture. Small-curd cottage cheese is recommended. Optional add-ins like pineapple and nuts add texture and flavor contrast.

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