Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing and Protein-Packed Delight
Looking for a healthy and satisfying lunch that’s quick and easy to prepare? This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is the perfect solution! Combining creamy cottage cheese, hearty chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, this salad offers a light yet protein-packed meal bursting with flavor. Imagine a vibrant bowl filled with fresh cucumbers, zesty red onion, and the richness of cottage cheese—a delightful mix of textures that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re at home or on the go, this versatile dish can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or paired with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 your ingredients by dicing cucumbers and thinly slicing red onion. Rinse chickpeas under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and red apple vinegar over the salad; season with salt and pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg