Katsu Don Salad

Katsu Don Salad is a delightful twist on the classic Japanese dish, combining crispy chicken cutlets served over a fresh salad base. This low-carb version maintains the essence of katsu while adding a refreshing crunch to your lunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mixed salad greens - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Dip the chicken into the beaten egg, then coat it with almond flour, pressing firmly to adhere.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes to ensure it's fully cooked and crispy.
6. While the chicken is baking, prepare the salad by combining mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and radishes in a large bowl.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and the remaining olive oil to create the dressing.
8. Once the chicken is cooked, slice it into strips and place it on top of the salad.
9. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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