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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad for a Fresh Protein Boost

A refreshing Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad that's quick to prepare and rich in protein, perfect for a healthy lunch or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese or Greek yogurt for creaminess
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 medium Cucumber diced
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 each Lemon Juice juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
Optional Serving
  • 4 leaves Lettuce Leaves for serving

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add cottage cheese, drained chickpeas, chopped cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley. Gently mix together.
  2. Whisk the Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and ground cumin until smooth.
  3. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat without mashing the chickpeas.
  4. Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Prepare the Serving Platter: If desired, line a platter with lettuce leaves and arrange the salad above.
  6. Chill or Serve Immediately: Chill for 30 minutes if preferred, then serve cold.
  7. Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with extra parsley or a sprinkle of cumin before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is meal prep friendly and can last up to 3 days in the fridge. Store dressing separately to maintain freshness.

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