Description
Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad is a delightful, protein-packed dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with hearty chickpeas and fresh vegetables. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also incredibly versatile. Whether enjoyed as a stand-alone meal, a side dish, or even wrapped in lettuce, it offers a refreshing burst of flavor that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. The zesty dressing enhances its taste, making every bite satisfying and invigorating. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or simply as a nutritious option at home, this salad is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy yet delicious addition to their meal rotation.
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
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place cottage cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Add the drained chickpeas and mix well.
- Dice cucumber and tomato; add them to the bowl.
- Finely chop red onion and cilantro; incorporate into the mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad.
- Season with cumin, black pepper, and salt; mix gently until combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg