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Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing Protein Boost

Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is a protein-packed delight that combines colorful vegetables with a zesty vinaigrette.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Substitute with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Chopped into bite-sized cubes.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Diced.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for dressing.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice or balsamic vinegar.
  • Salt & Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Fine-Mesh Strainer
  • Spatula
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse one can of chickpeas under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Chop one medium cucumber into small, bite-sized cubes, and dice about a quarter of a red onion.
  3. Combine the prepared chickpeas, cucumber, and red onion in a mixing bowl.
Combine
  1. Add one cup of cottage cheese to the bowl and gently fold the mixture together using a spatula.
Make Vinaigrette
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together three tablespoons of olive oil and one tablespoon of vinegar.
  2. Adjust acidity with a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Toss Salad
  1. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss using a spatula.
Season
  1. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve or Chill
  1. Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal texture, store salad components separately and combine just before serving. Experiment with different vegetables and vinaigrettes for variety.

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