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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad for a Fresh Flavor Boost

Enjoy a refreshing Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad, packed with protein and vibrant ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitution: Use feta cheese for a tangier flavor or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas Note: You can use dried chickpeas, but they must be soaked and boiled beforehand.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 medium Cucumber
  • 1 small Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Juice of one lemon.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
For Serving
  • 1 head Lettuce Leaves Optional but recommended for serving as a base.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of cottage cheese and 1 can of rinsed chickpeas. Follow by adding halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and freshly chopped parsley. Gently fold everything together with a spatula for about 1-2 minutes until well mixed.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of one lemon, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin and whisk for about 30 seconds until the dressing is smooth.
  3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss for about 1 minute to coat every ingredient evenly.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  5. Serve by placing torn lettuce leaves on a platter and spooning the salad mixture on top.
  6. If you have time, cover the salad and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and crunch. Keep the dressing separate until just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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