A bold, vibrant salad that combines warm Moroccan spices with a fresh, herby chimichurri dressing. It’s high-protein, packed with flavor, and perfect for a satisfying healthy meal.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
For the Moroccan chicken:
- 2 large chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp coriander
- Salt & black pepper
For the salad:
- 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup olives (optional)
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds or seeds
Chimichurri dressing:
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp cilantro (optional)
- 2 garlic cloves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- Salt & pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
- Season the chicken
Rub chicken with olive oil and Moroccan spices. - Cook the chicken
Grill, pan-sear, or bake until fully cooked (about 6–7 minutes per side if pan-seared). Let rest, then slice. - Make chimichurri
Finely chop parsley, cilantro, and garlic. Mix with olive oil, vinegar/lemon juice, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. - Assemble salad
In a large bowl, combine greens, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and olives. - Top & dress
Add sliced chicken, drizzle chimichurri, and sprinkle almonds or seeds.
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory Benefits
- Turmeric + olive oil → powerful anti-inflammatory combo
- Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro) → rich in antioxidants
- Garlic → immune-supporting
- Leafy greens → nutrient-dense
💡 Tips
- Marinate chicken for 1–2 hours for deeper flavor
- Add chickpeas or quinoa for extra fiber
- Use avocado for healthy fats
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~320–400
- Protein: ~30g
- Balanced healthy fats
🧮 WW Points (Estimated)
- Standard: ~4–6 points per serving
- Reduced oil: ~3–4 points
🔄 Variations
- Wrap version: serve in pita or lettuce wraps
- Spicy: add harissa or extra chili
- Meal prep: keep dressing separate until serving