Crispy Chicken and Vegetable Salad with Dressing

This Crispy Chicken and Vegetable Salad is a delightful low-carb American supper dish featuring crunchy chicken bites and fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty dressing. It's a satisfying meal that combines textures and flavors for a healthy yet flavorful dining experience.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, lettuce) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Cucumber, diced - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper, sliced - 50 grams
• Avocado, diced - 1 medium
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. In another bowl, beat the egg. Dip each chicken breast piece into the egg, then coat in the almond flour mixture.
4. Place the coated chicken pieces on the baking tray and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
6. While the chicken is baking, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and avocado in a large bowl.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing.
8. Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips and add it to the salad.
9. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle building and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado and olive oil which are good for heart health.

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