Description
This Cottage Cheese and Chickpea Salad is a protein-packed, refreshing dish perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. Made with creamy cottage cheese, hearty chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty red onions, it's a light yet satisfying meal. With no cooking required and just 5 minutes of prep time, it's ideal for meal prep, offering a healthy, customizable option that's also gluten-free and high in protein.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cucumbers, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, chickpeas, diced cucumbers, and sliced red onion.
- Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well combined. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Best served cold – no reheating needed, just stir before serving.
- Customize by adding fresh herbs, spicy elements, or additional veggies.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
