Spicy Chicken Salad

This Spicy Chicken Salad combines tender, protein-packed chicken with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty, spicy dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch, this dish is both satisfying and full of flavor.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Cilantro - 20 grams, chopped
• Lettuce - 100 grams, shredded
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon (adjust for spice level)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Start by poaching the chicken breast in boiling water for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from water and let it cool before shredding.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, Sriracha, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
4. Once the chicken is cooled, shred it into bite-sized pieces and add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
5. Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables, and toss everything together until evenly coated.
6. Serve the spicy chicken salad on a bed of shredded lettuce.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, promoting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, enhancing overall health.

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