Description
Pineapple Fluff Salad is a refreshing tropical delight that combines crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, whipped topping, and cottage cheese for a light and fluffy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to avoid excess liquid.
- In a spacious bowl, mix together the crushed pineapple, mini marshmallows, whipped topping, and cottage cheese.
- Add the vanilla extract and gently stir the mixture until everything is evenly incorporated.
- If desired, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and cover it with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill.
- Serve cold as a delightful side or light dessert.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding 1/2 cup of shredded coconut or diced bananas.
- For a creamier consistency, swap the cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a protein-packed alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Pineapple Fluff Salad, Tropical Salad, Refreshing Salad