Indian Chicken Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Indian chicken salad is my go to when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, it comes together so quickly and won't break the bank. The yogurt base combined with warm spices like cumin and coriander gives you that authentic Indian flavor you'd get at a restaurant, while the fresh vegetables and cilantro keep everything light and vibrant. Plus, the ginger in this recipe is fantastic for digestion and has natural anti inflammatory properties, so you're getting taste and wellness in every bite. It's honestly one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 400 gboneless chicken breast
- 473 mlcucumber(diced)
- 237 mlcarrots(grated)
- 237 mlred onion(thinly sliced)
- 237 mlcilantro(chopped)
- 2 tablespoonslime juice(freshly squeezed)
- 100 mlyogurt(plain, non-fat)
- 1 teaspoonginger paste(freshly grated)
- 1 teaspooncumin powder(dried)
- 1 teaspooncoriander powder(dried)
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper(freshly ground)
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together yogurt, lime juice, ginger paste, cumin powder, coriander powder, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- 2
Add the chicken breast to the bowl and mix until the chicken is coated with the yogurt mixture.
Tip: Make sure the chicken is coated evenly.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Tip: Allow the chicken to marinate and become tender.
- 4
In a separate bowl, combine the diced cucumber, grated carrots, and thinly sliced red onion.
Tip: Mix well to combine the vegetables.
- 5
Once the chicken is marinated, remove it from the refrigerator and add it to the bowl with the vegetables.
Tip: Mix well to combine the chicken and vegetables.
- 6
Stir in the chopped cilantro and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Tip: Add more lime juice, salt, or pepper as desired.
- 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: Serve chilled and enjoy!
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