Black Pepper Free Pear & Cottage Cheese Fruit Cups
Creamy, cool, and naturally sweet, this fruit cup is the kind of effortless dish that feels more indulgent than it has any right to. Low-fat cottage cheese forms a protein-rich base, while ripe pear, banana, and juicy cantaloupe pile on top in a colorful, refreshing medley. A drizzle of honey ties everything together, and a whisper of ground ginger adds just enough warmth to make it feel intentional rather than thrown together. Fresh mint, if you choose to use it, lifts the whole bowl with a bright, herby finish. For anyone avoiding black pepper, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — there's no seasoning blend, no spice mix, and no hidden heat to worry about. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, so you can put it together with total confidence. It works beautifully as a light breakfast, a midday snack, or even a simple dessert when you want something sweet without a lot of fuss.
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2 servings
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 ripe pear, cored and diced
- 1 small banana, sliced
- ½ cup cantaloupe, diced
- 1 tsp honey
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Divide the cottage cheese evenly between two cups or bowls.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, gently toss the diced pear, sliced banana, and diced cantaloupe together until combined.
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