Recipe Information

• Servings: 4
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• For the salad:
  • 600 g chicken fillet
  • 4 handfuls mixed salad leaves (mesclun or a mix of lettuce, frisée lettuce, radicchio, arugula)
  • 1 onion
  • 1 handful of dried fruits (nuts, hazelnuts, almonds) + a few currants for a sweet-savory touch
  • 1 branch of fresh mint
  • Olive oil, to drizzle
• For the yogurt dressing:
  • 300 g Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Sweet paprika and cumin powder, to taste
  • Chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Peel the onion and slice it very thinly. Place in a shallow dish with a pinch of sugar, a pinch of salt, and drizzle with white vinegar. Let it marinate.
2. In a bowl, pour in the yogurt, and add the mustard, lemon juice, and chopped mint leaves. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
3. Coarsely chop the dried fruits.
4. Cut the chicken fillets into tenders (lengthwise).
5. In a non-stick skillet, drizzle some olive oil and toast the spices over low heat.
6. Add the tenders to the skillet over medium heat, ensuring they are golden and just cooked through.
7. On each plate, arrange the mixed salad leaves and top with the marinated onion rings. Drizzle with olive oil before adding the chicken tenders and the yogurt dressing.
8. Finish off by sprinkling the coarsely chopped dried fruits over the top.

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or even add some avocado for extra creaminess!

Recipe Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in yogurt and spices for a couple of hours before cooking.
• Try using different types of nuts and dried fruits based on your preference.

Nutritional Information

Approx. 350 calories per serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dressing and marinate the chicken in advance. Just assemble the salad shortly before serving.

2. Can I substitute the yogurt?

Absolutely! You can use sour cream or a dairy-free yogurt alternative if you prefer.

3. How can I make this salad more filling?

Feel free to add cooked quinoa, chickpeas, or even hard-boiled eggs for added protein and calories.

4. Is this salad gluten-free?

Yes, all the ingredients listed are gluten-free, making it suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.

5. Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

It’s best to use fresh chicken to ensure even cooking, but you can use thawed frozen chicken if necessary.