Cottage Cheese Salmon Salad Recipe

Name: Cottage Cheese Salmon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. unflavored gelatin; 1/4 c. cold milk; 1 1/2 c. creamed cottage cheese; 1/2 tsp. dried dill weed; 1/2 tsp. instant minced onion; 1 c. salmon, flaked; 1/2 c. sour cream; 1/4 c. minced celery; 1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice; 2 Tbsp. cold water; lettuce; tomato

Servings: persons

1 pkg. unflavored gelatin
1/4 c. cold milk
1 1/2 c. creamed cottage cheese
1/2 tsp. dried dill weed
1/2 tsp. instant minced onion
1 c. salmon, flaked
1/2 c. sour cream
1/4 c. minced celery
1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
2 Tbsp. cold water
lettuce
tomato

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In
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top
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half of double boiler, soak half the gelatin in milk for 2 minutes until softened.
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Place over hot water.
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Heat until gelatin dissolves.
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Combine with cottage cheese, dill and onion. Pour into lightly oiled 1 quart salad mold or loaf pan, place
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in freezer
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to
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chill
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minutes until firm.
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Combine salmon,
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sour cream, celery and lemon juice.
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In top of double boiler, dissolve
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remaining gelatin.
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Add to salmon mix.
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Pour over cottage cheese mixture.
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Cover and chill for 2 to 3 hours until completely firm.

557

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. unflavored gelatin, 1/4 c. cold milk, 1 1/2 c. creamed cottage cheese, 1/2 tsp. dried dill weed, and more.

Yes, Cottage Cheese Salmon Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cottage Cheese Salmon Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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