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Moroccan Chicken Salad with Chimichurri Dressing

A bright, herb-forward salad with shredded chicken, arugula and a zesty chimichurri dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup parsley fresh
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • pinch crushed red pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and shredded (leftovers work great)
  • 6 cups baby arugula
  • 1 cup carrot shredded
  • 1 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles fat-free
  • 1/4 cup almonds chopped

Equipment

  • Food processor or blender
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Make the chimichurri dressing: place the garlic, cilantro, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, and crushed red pepper in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped and combined.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed; set aside.
  3. Combine the shredded chicken, arugula, shredded carrot, chopped cucumber, pomegranate seeds, feta, and chopped almonds in a large bowl.
  4. Toss the salad to mix, then divide among four serving bowls.
  5. Drizzle about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the chimichurri dressing over each serving and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Leftover cooked chicken works well in this salad.
  • Pulse dressing until herbs are finely chopped but not pureed.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper to taste for more or less heat.
  • Use unsalted almonds if you want lower sodium.