Experiment with Middle Eastern flavors in this nutritious dinner salad. Use purchased za’atar seasoning blend or use your own.
Ingredients
Lemon-Tahini Dressing
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 4 tablespoons tahini
- 4 tablespoons water, or more as needed
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 dried date, minced
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons za'atar seasoning
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ pound chicken tenders
- 6 cups torn, bite-sized romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- ½ cup shredded carrot
Directions
Step 1
Mix 2 tablespoons lemon juice, olive oil, za'atar, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a gallon-sized plastic zip-top bag. Add chicken tenders and refrigerate, turning occasionally, 30 minutes to 12 hours.
Step 2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
Step 3
Place chicken tenders on the grate, reduce heat to medium, and cover. Grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a tender registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 4 to 5 minutes per side.
Step 4
Remove chicken from grill and let rest. Prepare the salad in the meantime; place romaine pieces in a large bowl and add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot.
Step 5
Combine lemon zest and juice, tahini, water, garlic, and date in the bowl of a mini food processor or a blender. Pulse several times, adding water by tablespoons if necessary, until desired consistency is achieved. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing into the salad bowl and toss.
Step 6
Divide salad between plates. Slice each chicken tender crosswise into 1/4-inch slices and place over the salads. Garnish with chives and mint.
Editor’s Note:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 2 | |
Calories 553 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat34g | 43% |
Saturated Fat5g | 26% |
Cholesterol65mg | 22% |
Sodium1177mg | 51% |
Total Carbohydrate39g | 14% |
Dietary Fiber14g | 51% |
Total Sugars9g | |
Protein34g | |
Vitamin C157mg | 787% |
Calcium361mg | 28% |
Iron12mg | 67% |
Potassium1419mg | 30% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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