Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad
Elevate your lunch or dinner with this vibrant Couscous and Chicken Fruit Salad, a delightful medley of textures and flavors that’s as nourishing as it is visually stunning. Juicy chicken breasts seasoned with paprika, a bed of fluffy couscous, and a bounty of fresh fruits like strawberries, grapes, and orange segments come together atop crisp mixed greens for a refreshing, protein-packed meal. Sliced almonds add a satisfying crunch, while a bright honey-lemon dressing ties it all together with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for healthy meal prep or a light, crowd-pleasing main course. A must-try for lovers of wholesome, vibrant salads!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup grapes
- 1 piece orange
- 0.25 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 1.25 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup of couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
Step 2
While the couscous is cooking, season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.5 teaspoon of paprika.
Step 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Step 4
Wash and prep the fruits: hull and slice 1 cup of strawberries, halve 1 cup of grapes, and peel and segment 1 orange. Set aside.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked couscous, 4 cups of mixed greens, prepared fruits, and 0.25 cup of sliced almonds.
Step 7
Toss the salad gently with the dressing to combine and distribute flavors evenly.
Step 8
Plate the salad and top with sliced chicken breast strips. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1413.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1353.9 |
| Total Fat 55.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 206.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3547.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 80.8g | |
| Protein 86.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 318.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2163.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories