Katsu Salad

Katsu Salad is a delightful low-carb Japanese dish that features crispy chicken cutlets served over a bed of fresh greens, topped with a zesty sesame dressing. This refreshing salad combines textures and flavors for a satisfying lunch experience.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (for frying)
• Mixed salad greens - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, sliced
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 teaspoon
• Stevia or erythritol - 1 teaspoon (optional for sweetness)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Prepare the chicken by slicing it into thin cutlets and patting them dry with paper towels.
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk the egg with salt and pepper. In another bowl, place the almond flour.
3. Dip each chicken cutlet in the egg mixture, then coat with almond flour, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken cutlets and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the salad: in a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber, radishes, and cherry tomatoes.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and optional sweetener to create the dressing.
7. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
8. Divide the salad among two plates, top with the sliced chicken, drizzle with the dressing, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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