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Chicken Salad: A Delicious and Healthy Recipe

This salad packs a nutritional punch . Chicken offers a lean protein source. Vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumber provide essential nutrients. Tahini adds beneficial fats to the salad.Get creative with this recipe! Experiment with additional ingredients like avocados or nuts for added texture and flavor. Serve the salad in wraps or sandwiches for a diverse dining experience.

Chicken salad stands as a flavorful, nutritious, and versatile dish that complements various dietary needs. Its ease of preparation and healthful benefits make it a top choice for a satisfying meal.

Cooking Method
Courses
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins
Servings 1
Calories 340
Best Season Summer
Description

Chicken salad, a versatile dish combining the goodness of fresh vegetables and flavorful chicken, is a delightful addition to any meal plan. This article guides you through crafting this delectable and nutritious salad.

Ingredients
  • 4 oz Chicken breast
  • 1 tsp Olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp Paprika
  • 1/4 tsp Cumin powder
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 2 Romaine lettuce
  • 7 Cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 Medium cucumber
  • 1/4 Medium yellow onion
  • 1 tbsp Parsley
  • 1/2 tbsp Tahini
  • 1/2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven and Prepare the chicken

    Set the oven to 350°F (180°C). Drizzle olive oil on the chicken breast, season with cumin, paprika, salt, and bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked.

    Mix the spices very well on the chicken breast before placing it to the oven.
  2. Arranging the Salad

    Lay chopped lettuce on a plate. Arrange halved cherry tomatoes and chopped cucumber on the plate, placing onion strips in the center. Top it with the cooked chicken breast.

  3. Dressing the Salad

    Combine tahini, water, and lemon juice to create the dressing. Drizzle it over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 339.99kcal
Calories from Fat 120kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 2.5g13%
Cholesterol 95mg32%
Sodium 249.99mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 17g6%
Dietary Fiber 3.99g16%
Sugars 7g
Protein 40g80%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Kushal Pun
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Hi, I'm Kushal, a part-time food blogger,  3rd-year IT engineering student. I love coding and currently learning flutter app development .When not immersed in coding, you'll find me exploring delicious and healthy recipes and sharing them as a part-time food blogger.