Fat-free cottage cheese is less creamy than the whole version.
Fat-free cottage cheese is a loose or unpressed cheese product made from skim milk and therefore contains no fat. It is more or less identical to full-fat cottage cheese in appearance, although many claim that the taste difference between these products is significant. Fat-free cottage cheese is fairly easy to make at home and is also available in many supermarkets. Many exercise enthusiasts cite fat-free cottage cheese as a good dietary choice because of its lack of fat and protein content.
Palmitate is sometimes added to fat-free and low-fat cottage cheese and other dairy products.
In appearance, fat-free cottage cheese is basically indistinguishable from whole grain cottage cheese. It is very white in color and consists of soft cheese curds that can be suspended in whey or non-fat dairy liquid. Whether fat-free or whole, cottage cheese is generally available in large-curd and small-curd varieties. As their names suggest, the curds that make up the first variety are larger than those that make up the smaller, though even large curds are usually small enough to eat with a spoon.
Athletes can consume cottage cheese as an additional source of dietary protein.
Many argue that the difference in taste between fat-free cottage cheese and its full-fat cousin is very noticeable. Both cheeses tend to have a very mild flavor, but the fat-free variety is often considered much less creamy than the whole grain. Some people feel they should add ingredients like salt or cream to fat-free cottage cheese before eating it to enhance its flavor. Of course, adding ingredients can quickly undo cheese’s status as a low-fat food.
It is quite easy to prepare fat-free cottage cheese at home. To do this, heated skim milk is combined with an acidic liquid, such as vinegar, and then curdled. The resulting curds are simply drained and rinsed. They can be eaten immediately or refrigerated for several days. This type of cheese is also available in supermarkets in most countries where dairy products are commonly consumed.
Athletes and fitness enthusiasts often cite fat-free cottage cheese as a great breakfast or snack option. This is mainly because it contains a significant amount of protein relative to its fat content. However, it’s important to note that, as with many fat-free foods, this type of cheese often contains a number of artificial ingredients that are added to improve its flavor, color, and consistency. Consequently, some nutritionists may argue that eating natural whole grain cottage cheese in moderation is actually a better dietary choice.