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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

A light yet filling salad that combines creamy cottage cheese with earthy chickpeas, fresh tomatoes, and vibrant greens, perfect for a quick meal or picnic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Can use low-fat cottage cheese if desired.
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Can substitute with green onions or shallots.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Serving (optional)
  • Lettuce leaves for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Gently stir until everything is well mixed.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin to create a quick and zesty dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine without mashing the beans or cottage cheese.
  4. Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra salt and pepper if necessary.
  5. If desired, line a serving platter or individual plates with lettuce leaves.
  6. Spoon the salad mixture onto the lettuce leaves or serve directly in bowls.
  7. Garnish with more parsley if desired.
  8. Enjoy immediately or let chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

For the brightest flavor, use fresh lemons. Adjust seasoning to your taste. For creamier texture, fold in some mashed avocado or Greek yogurt.

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