Capsaicin Free Pear & Cottage Cheese Fruit Cups
Sweet, juicy pear, banana, and cantaloupe come together over a creamy bed of cottage cheese for a snack or light meal that feels genuinely refreshing. The honey drizzle adds just enough sweetness to tie everything together, while a dusting of ground ginger gives the whole thing a subtle warmth without any heat or irritation. For anyone managing sensitivity to capsaicin, fruit-forward dishes like this are a natural fit — no peppers, no spice, no second-guessing the ingredient list. The cottage cheese brings a satisfying protein boost that makes this feel more substantial than your average fruit cup. It comes together in minutes with zero cooking required, which makes it an easy go-to for busy mornings, post-workout snacks, or a light afternoon pick-me-up. Fresh mint scattered on top is optional but highly recommended — it adds a bright, cooling finish that makes the whole bowl feel a little more special.
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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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