Warm Chicken Salad

Warm Chicken Salad is a delightful blend of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory sesame dressing, perfect for a nourishing meal. This high-protein dish combines fresh ingredients for a satisfying and wholesome experience.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, and romaine) - 150 grams
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the chicken breast in a skillet over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Season with salt and black pepper.
2. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
3. Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
4. In a large bowl, combine salad greens, sliced red bell pepper, julienned carrot, sliced cucumber, and chopped green onions.
5. Add the sliced chicken to the salad bowl and drizzle the dressing over the top, tossing gently to combine.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables for overall health.

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