Warm Tandoori Chicken Salad (21 Day Wonder Diet: Day 4)

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Warm and Spicy Tandoori Chicken Salad recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup skim-milk natural yogurt
1/3 cup coriander , coarsley chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 small pappadams , 20g
280 g chicken tenderloins
2 tablespoons tandoori spice mix
cooking spray
100 g baby spinach leaves
130 g lebanese cucumbers , halved lengthways and sliced thickly
125 g yellow teardrop tomatoes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
305
Sugar
7g
Fat
8g
This Warm Tandoori Chicken Salad is a healthy and flavorful dish that will satisfy your taste buds and nourish your body. It is a fusion of Indian and Western flavors, with tender chicken marinated in aromatic tandoori spices and served with fresh vegetables. The salad is easy to prepare and perfect for a mid-week lunch or dinner. The dish is a part of the 21 Day Wonder Diet plan, which focuses on healthy, nutrient-dense foods that are low in calories and fat.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, coriander and lemon juice, then set aside.
2.Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan-forced) and cook the pappadams for 1 minute in the microwave. Allow them to cool.
3.Cut the chicken tenderloins into small cubes and coat them evenly with the tandoori mix. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat, spray with cooking spray and fry the chicken for about 5 minutes or until they are cooked.
4.Divide the spinach, cucumbers, and tomatoes evenly between the serving bowls or plates.
5.Break the cooked pappadums into small pieces, and sprinkle them on top of the vegetables.
6.Divide the chicken pieces evenly amongst the bowls or plates, and then drizzle with yogurt mixture.

PROS

Warm, spicy, and delicious, this salad is a tasty and healthy choice for lunch or dinner.

It is easy to prepare, packed with nutrients and low in calories and fat.

CONS

The Tandoori spice contains a fair amount of sodium, which may not be suitable for individuals with high blood pressure.

Also, it may not be suitable for those who have never tried Indian foods before and are not used to the flavors.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is low in calories and a great source of protein. It contains healthy vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and spinach, which are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The yogurt used in the dressing is a good source of calcium and probiotics, which can help improve gut health and boost the immune system.

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