Chicken Salad With North African Spices 🥗
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Chicken Salad With North African Spices
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Moroccan, African, < 30 Mins, Easy
- Servings: 5
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (3 Reviews)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 284.1
- Fat: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 71.5mg
- Sodium: 453.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 19.6g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 5.6g
- Protein: 31g
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Plain nonfat yogurt |
| 2 tbsp | Lemon juice |
| 1 tsp | Caraway seeds |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground cumin |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground coriander |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Crushed red pepper flakes |
| 1/4 tsp | Black pepper |
| 3 cans | Canned chickpeas |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 | Green bell pepper |
| 1/2 | Red onion |
| 1/2 cup | Fresh parsley |
| 1/4 cup | Sliced ripe olives |
Instructions
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Combine the Dressing:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain nonfat yogurt, lemon juice, caraway seeds, ground cumin, ground coriander, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Stir well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the dressing is smooth. -
Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water, then add them to the bowl with the dressing. Dice the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion into small, bite-sized pieces. Chop the fresh parsley finely. Add all these prepared ingredients along with the sliced ripe olives to the bowl. -
Toss and Serve:
Gently toss all the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing. Ensure that all the flavors are well combined. Once ready, serve the Chicken Salad with North African Spices immediately.
Recipe Notes:
- This Chicken Salad with North African Spices is bursting with flavor from the combination of aromatic spices like caraway, cumin, and coriander, along with the freshness of lemon juice and herbs like parsley.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes according to your spice preference. You can also add more black pepper for an extra kick.
- For added protein, you can grill or roast chicken breasts and shred them into the salad. Simply toss the cooked chicken with the other ingredients for a heartier meal option.
- This salad is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner option, and it’s packed with nutrients from the chickpeas and fresh vegetables.
- Serve the Chicken Salad with North African Spices on its own as a light meal, or pair it with some crusty bread or pita for a more filling dish.
Enjoy this vibrant and flavorful Chicken Salad with North African Spices for a taste of Morocco in every bite! 🌟