Description
A quick, nourishing salad packed with protein-rich ingredients and fresh veggies, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup mixed fresh veggies (bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes)
- 2 tablespoons lemon vinaigrette
- Optional: mixed greens, seeds, nuts, roasted veggies
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese and chickpeas.
- Add the mixed fresh veggies and stir gently to combine.
- Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything to coat evenly.
- If desired, add mixed greens, sprinkle with seeds or nuts, and include roasted veggies.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Notes
For a creamier texture, use thicker cottage cheese. Let the salad chill before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 15mg