Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing and Protein-Packed Delight
Looking for a nutritious yet satisfying meal? This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is the perfect solution! With its creamy cottage cheese, hearty chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, this salad is bursting with flavor and color. It’s quick to prepare—ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings where everyone seeks a healthy option. Packed with protein, this dish will keep you energized throughout the day. Customize it according to your preferences for a delightful twist every time!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 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 apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by dicing cucumbers and thinly slicing red onion. Drain and rinse chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cucumbers, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and apple cider vinegar over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg