Salatet Dajaj (yemeni Spiced Chicken Salad)

Salatet Dajaj is a traditional Yemeni spiced chicken salad that is bursting with flavor and perfect for a light and refreshing meal. This salad is a combination of tender spiced chicken, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing that will leave your taste buds satisfied.

Salatet Dajaj (yemeni Spiced Chicken Salad)

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 4 cups mixed salad greens
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix the ground cumin, coriander, turmeric, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Rub the chicken breasts with this spice mixture.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, and minced garlic to make the dressing.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Add the sliced chicken on top.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
320 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Skillet Small bowl Large bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salatet Dajaj with warm pita bread or as a side dish to a main course.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.

Cost

$15