Yemeni-Style Chicken Salad

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 0
Healthy and Delicious Yemeni-Style Chicken Salad Recipe
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Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or 2 lbs chicken thighs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup nonfat yogurt
3 minced garlic cloves
3 red seeded minced serrano chilies
3 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
3 green onions , sliced thinly
1 chopped celery
1 coarsely grated carrot
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
fresh pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
385
Sugar
3g
Fat
19g
Yemeni-style chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad to survive those hot summer days where you want to eat something light and satisfying. The simplicity of this recipe makes it easy to prepare, and the ingredients are easy to find in any grocery store. This chicken salad combines the flavors and textures of Middle Eastern, Indian, and Mediterranean cuisine perfectly, making it an exciting entrée or a light lunch option. You can substitute the chicken for salmon or tofu to make it vegetarian or vegan.

Instructions

1.Heat a grill over medium heat and lightly oil the grates. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Let cool and cut into bite-sized pieces.
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3.Add the remaining ingredients (pine nuts, serrano chilies, green onions, celery, grated carrot, cilantro, and parsley) to the mixing bowl and stir until evenly coated with the dressing.
4.Gently fold in the grilled chicken pieces until fully incorporated.
5.Serve the Yemeni-Style Chicken Salad chilled, garnished with more cilantro and pine nuts if desired.

PROS

This chicken salad is packed with bold flavors, satisfyingly crunchy textures and crispy grilled chicken.

It’s also low in carbs, high in protein, and gluten-free, making it ideal for anyone on a no-grain or low-carb diet.

CONS

The recipe calls for mayonnaise which contains saturated fat and is high in calories.

If you are watching your calorie intake or trying to eat healthier, you can substitute regular mayonnaise for a low-fat or lite version.
Also, the salad contains nuts which some people can be allergic to, so be careful when serving it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Yemeni-style chicken salad recipe is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy a high-protein meal while keeping carbs intake in check.
The chicken provides essential vitamins and minerals, while the nuts offer healthy fats and a good source of protein.
Cilantro and parsley are nutrient-dense herbs, abundant in antioxidants, essential vitamins, and minerals.

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