Chicken Tahini Salad with Pine Nuts on Mini Pita Rounds

Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Chicken Tahini Salad with Pine Nuts on Mini Pita Rounds
45 min.
40
201kcal

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Welcome to a dish that perfectly marries vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients: the Chicken Tahini Salad with Pine Nuts on Mini Pita Rounds! This delightful creation is not only dairy-free but also a fantastic choice for a variety of occasions, whether you need an enticing starter, a side dish, or a fun snack for gatherings.

Picture this: succulent, shredded chicken combining harmoniously with a zesty tahini dressing, infused with the freshness of garlic and the tang of lemon juice. The addition of freshly chopped cilantro gives this salad an aromatic lift, while the lightly toasted pine nuts add a satisfying crunch to each bite. Served on perfectly crisp mini pita rounds, each mouthful promises a delicious burst of flavor that will leave your guests asking for more.

With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can impress a crowd of up to 40 people with this elegant dish that balances nutrition and taste effortlessly. Whether for a festive party, a casual get-together, or even a quiet night at home, these mini pita rounds topped with chicken tahini salad offer a satisfying and nutritious option that everyone will love. So gather your ingredients and bring a touch of Middle Eastern flair to your table—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups chicken thighs shredded cooked (from two 2-pound roast chickens)
  • cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove 
  • 0.7 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest packed grated ()
  • 40 servings olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts lightly toasted
  • 20 3-inch wholewheat pita breads mini
  • cup tahini (sesame seed paste)
  • 0.5 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Brush cut side of pita bread rounds lightly with olive oil. Arrange rounds on heavy large baking sheet.
  3. Bake until crisp and golden, about 6 minutes. Cool pita rounds.
  4. Mince garlic in processor.
  5. Add tahini, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and lemon peel. Blend well. With machine running, gradually add 1/2 cup water, blending until mixture is smooth and thick.
  6. Mix in 1/2 cup chopped cilantro. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Place chicken in large bowl.
  8. Mix in 1 1/2 cups sauce, 1/4 cup cilantro, and remaining lemon juice (reserve remaining sauce for another use). Season chicken salad to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Store pita rounds airtight at room temperature. Cover chicken salad and refrigerate.)
  9. Spoon generous 1 tablespoon chicken salad atop each pita round. Arrange on platter. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  10. Sprinkle with pine nuts and remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and serve.
  11. *Available at Middle Eastern and natural foods stores and some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein11.47%
Fat84.36%
Carbs4.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.97
Glycemic Load
0.27
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
5.0886956660644%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.2mg
Hesperetin
0.59mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.42kcal
10.07%
Fat:19.33g
29.73%
Saturated Fat:2.71g
16.92%
Carbohydrates:2.15g
0.72%
Net Carbohydrates:1.76g
0.64%
Sugar:0.17g
0.19%
Cholesterol:22.48mg
7.49%
Sodium:26.55mg
1.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.91g
11.82%
Vitamin E:2.23mg
14.88%
Vitamin K:11.27µg
10.73%
Selenium:7.45µg
10.65%
Phosphorus:102.59mg
10.26%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.77%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.38%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.97%
Copper:0.14mg
6.78%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.03%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.04%
Magnesium:15.94mg
3.98%
Iron:0.65mg
3.59%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.23%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3%
Potassium:103.35mg
2.95%
Vitamin C:2.12mg
2.57%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.52%
Folate:8.6µg
2.15%
Fiber:0.39g
1.57%
Calcium:12.44mg
1.24%
Source:Epicurious