Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing and Protein-Packed Delight
Looking for a quick, nutritious meal option that’s bursting with flavor? This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is the perfect choice! With its creamy cottage cheese combined with hearty chickpeas and crunchy veggies, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or a light lunch on weekends. The vibrant colors and fresh ingredients make it a hit for family gatherings or casual lunches with friends. Plus, it’s easily customizable to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy it as a main dish or as a satisfying side, this salad is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Global
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cucumbers, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing cucumbers and slicing red onion. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and apple cider vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until well mixed; serve immediately for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg