Bahraini Spiced Chicken Salad With Citrus Dressing
This Bahraini Spiced Chicken Salad with Citrus Dressing is a delightful combination of Middle Eastern flavors and refreshing citrus notes. It's a perfect dish for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons baharat spice blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 orange, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix the baharat spice blend, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, orange segments, pomegranate arils, mint, and cilantro.
- Divide the salad among plates, top with the grilled chicken strips, and sprinkle with pistachios.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Grill or stovetop grill pan Small bowl Large bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bahraini Spiced Chicken Salad with warm pita bread and a side of hummus.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle the salad with a little extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving.
Cost
Medium