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Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and protein-packed Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad that combines creamy cottage cheese with hearty chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty lemon dressing for a delicious and healthy meal or side.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Combine Main Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese and rinsed chickpeas until evenly combined.
  2. Add Vegetables: Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with the cottage cheese and chickpeas.
  3. Add Herbs: Toss in the chopped fresh parsley to add a fresh, bright flavor to your salad.
  4. Add Dressing: Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the salad ingredients evenly.
  5. Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground pepper to taste according to your preference.
  6. Mix Gently: Gently fold all ingredients together until everything is well combined, taking care not to mash the cottage cheese.
  7. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • This salad is best served chilled to enhance the refreshing flavors.
  • You can substitute fresh parsley with cilantro for a slightly different flavor profile.
  • For added crunch, consider topping with toasted nuts or seeds.
  • This recipe is great for a quick lunch or as a side dish to grilled meats or fish.
  • Use low-fat cottage cheese to reduce calories and fat content if desired.

Keywords: cottage cheese salad, chickpea salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, Mediterranean salad, easy no-cook salad

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