Description
Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or as a healthy side at any gathering. This refreshing salad combines creamy cottage cheese with nutritious chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing that elevates its flavor profile. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy days when you crave something delicious yet wholesome. Enjoy it on its own, as a topping for wraps, or paired with whole grain bread for a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and chickpeas.
- Add the diced cucumber and tomato to the bowl.
- Stir in the finely chopped red onion and cilantro.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
- Season with ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Gently mix all ingredients until combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to develop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg