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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad: A Protein-Packed Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad packed with protein and vibrant flavors, perfect for quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Salads
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with feta cheese for tangier flavor or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
  • 1 cup Cooked Chickpeas Dried chickpeas must be soaked and cooked beforehand.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced.
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
Optional Serving Accents
  • 2 leaves Lettuce Leaves For serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine cottage cheese and cooked chickpeas. Fold together to preserve texture.
  2. Add halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion. Gently fold to incorporate.
  3. Finely chop fresh parsley and add to the bowl. Toss to evenly distribute.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and ground cumin until emulsified.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
  7. Line serving plates with lettuce leaves. Spoon salad onto the lettuce for a colorful presentation.
  8. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping the dressing separate until serving. Avoid over-mixing to maintain texture.

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