Grilled Chicken and Freekeh Salad

Grilled Chicken and Freekeh Salad

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Mediterranean · 40 min · Chicken · dairy-free, high-protein

482 cal 38g protein 42g carbs 18g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 7 oz boneless chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup cracked freekeh
  • 1/2 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1, diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley and mint
  • 1, juiced lemon
  • 1 1/2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp ground allspice

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Rinse the freekeh and simmer in salted water for 20 to 25 minutes until tender, then drain and cool slightly.
  2. Season the chicken with allspice, salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  3. Grill or pan-sear the chicken over medium-high heat for 6 minutes per side until it reaches 165F, then rest and slice.
  4. Combine the freekeh with tomatoes, cucumber, and herbs in a bowl.
  5. Whisk lemon juice with the remaining olive oil and salt, toss through the salad, and top with the sliced chicken.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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