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Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad

Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad: A Protein-Packed Delight

Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad is a protein-packed dish, perfect for a quick and wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese Choose small or large curds based on your preference.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Chopped and drained briefly.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Sliced just before mixing.
  • 1 small Red Onion Soaked in cold water for a few minutes.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Modify according to preference.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine 2 cups of cottage cheese and 1 can of rinsed and drained chickpeas.
  2. Chop 1 cucumber, slice a handful of cherry tomatoes, and finely dice 1 small red onion. Add them to the bowl along with 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently with a spatula.
  5. Cover and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately as a light lunch or side dish, or stuffed into pita pockets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas and cucumbers are well-drained. Add lemon juice and olive oil just before serving. Chill for better flavor enhancement.

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