Easy Cottage Cheese Chickpea Salad Recipe
	
	
		This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that combines creamy cottage cheese with protein-packed chickpeas and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a hearty yet light delight for any occasion.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Rita
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 0 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: Mixing
 
							- Cuisine: International
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad:
Other Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
 
- 2 cucumbers, diced
 
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
 
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
 
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
 
- Salt and pepper, to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chickpeas, diced cucumbers, and sliced red onion.
 
- Make the Dressing: Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
 
- Toss and Serve: Toss the salad well until all the ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately for the best freshness.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- This salad can be customized with additional vegetables or herbs of your choice.
 
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
 
- For added crunch, consider topping the salad with toasted nuts or seeds.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 serving
 
							- Calories: 280 kcal
 
							- Sugar: 5g
 
							- Sodium: 480mg
 
							- Fat: 16g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 21g
 
							- Fiber: 6g
 
							- Protein: 18g
 
							- Cholesterol: 15mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Cottage Cheese, Chickpea Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Recipe, Easy Salad