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Creamy Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cooking Required
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing salad bursting with flavor, combining creamy cottage cheese, hearty chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (such as parsley or cilantro) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Scoop the cottage cheese into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, allowing their nuttiness to complement the cottage cheese.
  3. Incorporate the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion, stirring gently.
  4. Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently.
  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!

Notes

Prepare the salad a few hours in advance without the dressing for the best flavor. Customize with additional vegetables if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg