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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad


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  • Author: Ivy
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with hearty chickpeas and fresh vegetables. This vibrant salad is perfect for lunch, a side dish at dinner, or as a nutritious snack. With its zesty dressing and crunchy textures, it’s a delightful way to incorporate more plant-based protein into your diet. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to customize with seasonal ingredients or your favorite toppings. Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is a quick solution for healthy eating that doesn’t compromise on flavor!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and drained chickpeas.
  2. Add diced cucumber and tomato.
  3. Stir in red onion and cilantro.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
  5. Season with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Gently mix until all ingredients are combined.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour for flavor enhancement.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg