SPICY CHICKEN SALAD WITH GREENS RECIPE
Spicy Chicken Salad with Greens is a nutritious and flavorful dish that is perfect for Indian weight loss diets. The combination of tender and spicy chicken with fresh mixed greens provides a satisfying and low-calorie meal option. The salad is packed with colorful vegetables, adding vitamins, minerals, and fiber to your diet. The spicy dressing adds a kick to the salad, enhancing its flavor profile. This dish is not only delicious but also helps in weight management as it is low in carbohydrates and high in protein.
INGREDIENTS
- 250 grams boneless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula, etc.)
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mixed salad greens, cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, red onion, tomato, and green chili (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, cumin powder, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well to coat everything evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Serve the spicy chicken salad immediately as a light and refreshing meal.
TIPS
- You can cook the chicken breast by grilling, baking, or boiling it until fully cooked and then shredding it.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by adding or reducing the amount of chili powder or green chili according to your preference.
- Make sure to wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly before using them.
- Feel free to add other vegetables of your choice, such as cherry tomatoes, radishes, or avocado.
- To enhance the flavors, you can add herbs like cilantro or mint to the salad.
- If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can mix in some Greek yogurt or mayonnaise along with the lemon juice and olive oil.
- Serve the spicy chicken salad immediately to prevent the greens from wilting.
- To make the salad more filling, you can add a handful of cooked quinoa or chickpeas to increase the protein and fiber content.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: 250-300
- Protein: 25-30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10-15 grams
- Fat: 10-12 grams
