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Moroccan Chicken Salad recipe

Moroccan Chicken Salad

Enjoy a burst of flavors with this Moroccan Chicken Salad that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and spices that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco. Perfect for a light lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this salad is both nutritious and delicious!

Ratings 4.7 from 3 votes
Cooking Method
Cuisine ,
Courses ,
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Rest Time: 60 mins Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
Servings 4
Estimated Cost $  15
Calories 400
Best Season Summer
Dietary Gluten-Free, Paleo
Description

Enjoy a burst of flavors with this Moroccan Chicken Salad that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and spices that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco. Perfect for a light lunch or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this salad is both nutritious and delicious!

Ingredients for Moroccan Chicken Salad
    Main Ingredients
  • 250 grams chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
  • 1.5 cups bulgur wheat (soaked overnight)
  • 4 units apple (diced)
  • 150 grams raisins
  • 150 grams green olives (sliced)
  • 1 unit green bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 unit yellow bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 unit red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 unit onion (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • to taste unit mayonnaise
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Bulgur Wheat

    Soak the bulgur wheat in water overnight. Drain the bulgur well.

  2. Cook the Chicken

    Cook the chicken in broth until done, then shred it (you can use a food processor for this).

  3. Prepare the Vegetables

    Dice the apple, bell peppers, and onion into small cubes.

  4. Mix the Salad

    Mix all the ingredients together, adding the apple last.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2246kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.1g56%
Saturated Fat 5.6g28%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 183mg61%
Sodium 2894.3mg121%
Potassium 4779.8mg137%
Total Carbohydrate 425.5g142%
Dietary Fiber 65.1g261%
Sugars 189.7g
Protein 97.2g195%
Vitamin A 302.26 IU
Vitamin C 652.04 mg
Calcium 392.20 mg
Iron 12.95 mg
Vitamin D 0.00 IU
Vitamin E 11.25 IU
Vitamin K 42.73 mcg
Thiamin 1.34 mg
Riboflavin 1.31 mg
Niacin 40.64 mg
Vitamin B6 4.46 mg
Folate 262.85 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.53 mcg
Phosphorus 1567.94 mg
Magnesium 599.71 mg
Zinc 7.84 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Customize your salad by adding your favorite nuts or herbs for extra crunch and flavor!

Keywords: chicken salad, Moroccan, healthy, summer recipe
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