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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the earthy flavor of chickpeas. This refreshing salad is perfect for a quick lunch or as a side at gatherings, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes. With crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, this salad is not only nutritious but also customizable to suit your palate.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Course
Salad
Cuisine
American
Servings
4 servings
Calories
230 calories kcal

INGREDIENTS

  • 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
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1 In a medium mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and chickpeas.
  2. 2 Add diced cucumber, tomato, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
  3. 3 Stir in fresh cilantro.
  4. 4 For the dressing, drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
  5. 5 Sprinkle ground cumin, black pepper, and salt; mix gently until well combined.
  6. 6 Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to enhance flavors.

NUTRITION

Calories: 230 calorieskcal | Carbohydrates: 28gg | Protein: 15gg | Fat: 9gg | Fiber: 7gg | Sugar: 3gg

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