Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Creamy base of the salad
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Adds heartiness and protein
- 1 cucumber, diced Adds crunch
- 1 bell pepper, diced Choose your favorite color
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved For sweetness and color
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped For flavor
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For richness
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice For brightness
- Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro) for garnish For flavor and presentation
Method
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture, and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g
Notes
Enjoy your refreshing salad bowl as a healthy lunch or dinner! You can chill it in the refrigerator to let the flavors blend. For optimal freshness, eat leftovers within 2-3 days.
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