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Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad

Refreshing Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad for Quick Lunches

Discover a protein-packed Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad that's perfect for quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat or low-fat
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
For the Fresh Crunch
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced and salted to reduce moisture
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced and soaked in cold water
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with cilantro or dill
For the Dressing
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adjust based on preference
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese with 1 can of rinsed and drained chickpeas. Gently fold until creamy and well-blended.
  2. Add 1 diced cucumber, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, and 1/4 cup of diced red onion. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Toss the salad until all ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
  4. Drizzle with the juice of 1 lemon and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss again and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.
  6. Give a final toss before enjoying the salad on its own, in pita pockets, or with grilled dishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep dressing separate if storing longer.

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