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Cucumber and Chickpea Salad with Coffee Cheesecake

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This recipe offers a healthy start with a cucumber and chickpea salad, followed by a decadent coffee cheesecake. Ideal for balancing healthy with indulgent.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumber and Chickpea Salad:

  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Coffee Cheesecake:

  • 1 1/2 cups cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brewed coffee
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 pre-made graham cracker crust

Instructions
 

For the Cucumber and Chickpea Salad:

  • In a large bowl, combine diced cucumber, chickpeas, onion, and parsley.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Toss well and season with salt and pepper.
  • Chill before serving.

For the Coffee Cheesecake:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, brewed coffee, and vanilla.
  • Beat until smooth and creamy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing until fully incorporated.
  • Pour the mixture into the graham cracker crust.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set.
  • Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 8%
  • Vitamin C: 12%
  • Calcium: 6%
  • Iron: 4%
  • Potassium: 8%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • If you want a stronger coffee flavor in the cheesecake, add a little instant coffee or espresso powder.
  • For an extra twist, drizzle caramel or chocolate sauce on top of the cheesecake.
  • You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version.
  • Make sure the cheesecake cools completely before refrigerating to set the texture properly.