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Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Protein-Packed Delight

This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is a protein-packed delight, filled with vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese low-fat or full-fat based on your taste
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium Cucumber chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion finely diced
For the Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar balsamic, red wine, or apple cider
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Measure all your ingredients. Rinse and drain the chickpeas, chop the cucumber, and dice the red onion.
  2. Make Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently fold in the cottage cheese, chopped cucumber, and diced onion with the chickpeas.
  4. Dress the Salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated.
  5. Serve: Enjoy immediately or let it chill for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store leftovers without dressing and add just before serving to avoid sogginess.

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