Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon any other refined oil

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

• 1 teaspoons dried oregano

• Freshly ground pepper to taste

• 4 cups peeled and diced cucumbers

• ½ cup boiled chick peas,

• 2/3 cup diced red bell pepper

• 1/2 cup crumbled cottage cheese ( paneer )

• 1/4 cup slivered onion

• 2 tablespoons chopped black olives (optional)

Preparation

Whisk oil, lemon juice, oregano and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add cucumber, chick peas, bell pepper, cottage cheese , onion and olives; toss to coat. Serve at room temperature or chilled.