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Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: Wholesome Flavor Boost!

This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is a protein-packed, refreshing dish that's quick to prepare and versatile for your favorite veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cottage Cheese low-fat or full-fat
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup Cucumbers chopped
  • 1 small Red Onion finely diced
For the Vinaigrette
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar of Choice balsamic or apple cider
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs such as parsley or dill
  • 1 cup Additional Vegetables bell peppers or cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Nuts or Seeds such as sunflower or pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup Cheese crumbled feta or other varieties

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gathering all your ingredients for the Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad. Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared cottage cheese, drained chickpeas, diced cucumbers, and chopped red onion. Gently stir the ingredients together.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar until fully combined.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
  5. Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served chilled and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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