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Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad

Cottage Cheese and Chickpeas Salad is a protein-rich, nutritious, and versatile dish combining fresh vegetables, legumes, and creamy dairy for a satisfying meal. It's easy to customize, suitable for various diets, and supports a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup of cottage cheese
  • 1 cup of canned chickpeas thoroughly drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium cucumber chopped into small cubes
  • 1 medium tomato diced
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Start by placing the cottage cheese in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the bowl with the cottage cheese.
  3. Cut the cucumber into small cubes and mix it into the bowl.
  4. Dice the tomato and add it to the rest of the ingredients.
  5. Finely chop the red onion and stir it into the mixture.
  6. Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.
  7. Drizzle the olive oil over all the ingredients.
  8. Squeeze in the lemon juice.
  9. Sprinkle the ground cumin across the top.
  10. Season with black pepper and salt.
  11. Gently mix everything together until all ingredients are well combined.
  12. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
  13. You can serve the salad right away or cover it and refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors blend.

Notes

To achieve a creamier consistency, opt for full-fat cottage cheese or replace it with Greek yogurt rather than using low-fat options.
Swap canned chickpeas with freshly cooked ones if you want a deeper, more earthy taste.
For added crunch, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or celery.
To give the salad a spicier kick, include a pinch of chili flakes or some chopped jalapeños.
Letting the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to develop more fully.