Tomato-Chicken Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
41%
Tomato-Chicken Salad
30 min.
6
235kcal

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Looking for a fresh and satisfying meal that packs a nutritious punch? Look no further than our delightful Tomato-Chicken Salad! Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this salad is not only gluten-free but also bursts with vibrant flavors and textures that are sure to please any palate.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken combined with the crispness of sliced English cucumber and the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, all enhanced by the creamy tang of crumbled feta cheese. Add in aromatic fresh basil and parsley for a burst of herbal goodness, and you've got a meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.

This recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or spontaneous gatherings. The refreshing lemon dressing brings all the ingredients together, creating a light yet fulfilling dish that won't leave you feeling heavy. Plus, with only 235 calories per serving, you can enjoy this vibrant salad guilt-free!

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a simple meal prep option, this Tomato-Chicken Salad is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire. Dive into this delicious dish and let every bite transport you to a sun-drenched Mediterranean garden filled with fresh produce and warm sunshine!

Ingredients

  • cups meat from a rotisserie chicken cooked chopped
  • large cucumber english sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.3 cup basil leaves fresh loosely packed
  • 0.5 cup flat-leaf parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup green onion sliced
  •  optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • teaspoon salt 
  • pounds tomatoes assorted halved chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Grate zest from lemon to equal 2 tsp.; squeeze juice from lemon to equal 2 Tbsp.
  2. Combine lemon zest, juice, tomatoes, and next 8 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Let stand 10 minutes. Toss with crumbled feta just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein35.64%
Fat46.69%
Carbs17.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.75
Glycemic Load
2.12
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.08521729319%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.84mg
Hesperetin
5.02mg
Naringenin
1.13mg
Apigenin
10.78mg
Luteolin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.34mg
Myricetin
1.03mg
Quercetin
1.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235kcal
11.75%
Fat:12.47g
19.18%
Saturated Fat:3.65g
22.83%
Carbohydrates:10.61g
3.54%
Net Carbohydrates:7.71g
2.81%
Sugar:5.41g
6.01%
Cholesterol:63.63mg
21.21%
Sodium:595.13mg
25.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.41g
42.82%
Vitamin K:118.23µg
112.6%
Vitamin C:39.27mg
47.6%
Vitamin A:1913.79IU
38.28%
Vitamin B3:6.7mg
33.52%
Selenium:19.36µg
27.66%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25.22%
Phosphorus:232.96mg
23.3%
Potassium:669.22mg
19.12%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.68%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.05%
Zinc:1.87mg
12.48%
Folate:46.63µg
11.66%
Fiber:2.9g
11.6%
Magnesium:45.92mg
11.48%
Iron:2.03mg
11.3%
Vitamin B5:1.13mg
11.27%
Calcium:110.52mg
11.05%
Vitamin E:1.62mg
10.82%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.76%
Copper:0.18mg
8.88%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.9%
Source:My Recipes