Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing and Protein-Packed Delight
Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing and Protein-Packed Delight is the perfect choice for a quick, healthy lunch that satisfies your hunger while being bursting with flavor. This vibrant salad combines creamy cottage cheese with hearty chickpeas and crisp vegetables, resulting in a delightful medley of textures and tastes. With just 10 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or gatherings. Not only does this salad cater to various dietary needs, but it’s also highly customizable—add your favorite veggies or herbs to make it uniquely yours! Packed with protein and nutrients, this dish will keep you energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
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 red apple vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by dicing cucumbers and slicing red onions. Rinse chickpeas under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and red apple vinegar over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are well mixed. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg