Salada de Couve com Frango

Salada de Couve com Frango is a vibrant Brazilian salad that combines tender kale with flavorful grilled chicken, making it a nutritious and satisfying dish. This high-protein salad is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish at any gathering.

Ingredients

• Kale - 150 grams, chopped
• Grilled chicken breast - 200 grams, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, shaved

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Add the sliced grilled chicken on top of the salad.
5. Finish by garnishing with shaved Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from kale and vegetables, promoting overall health.

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