Tahini Chicken Curry Salad: Your New Favorite Busy Weeknight Meal
We all need that go-to recipe for hectic weeknights—something quick, nutritious, and delicious. Enter this Tahini Chicken Curry Salad, a powerhouse meal that comes together in no time, thanks to its make-ahead-friendly dressing and protein. Bonus? It holds up beautifully for leftovers, making it a perfect meal-prep option for lunch the next day.
Why You’ll Love This Salad
Time-Saving: The dressing and shredded chicken can be prepped days in advance.
Nutrient-Dense: Packed with protein, healthy fats, fiber, and phytonutrients.
Incredibly Flavorful: The creamy tahini dressing with a hint of sweetness and warm curry spices takes it to the next level.
Versatile: Leftover dressing? Drizzle it over roasted veggies or grain bowls!
The Recipe: Tahini Chicken Curry Salad
Dressing:
1/2 cup Tahini
2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
1 tsp Curry Powder
1/2 -1 cup Water (adjust to desired consistency)
Salt to taste
Salad Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs Shredded Chicken
1 bag Organic Coleslaw Mix (or 1 pound shredded carrots, yellow and red cabbage)
2 Apples, chopped
1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds
1/4 cup Chopped Pecans
Instructions:
Make the Dressing: Blend all dressing ingredients together, adding water gradually until you reach your desired consistency.
Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, coleslaw mix, apples, pumpkin seeds, and pecans.
Toss & Serve: Drizzle enough dressing to coat the salad and toss well. Save extra dressing for later use.
Enjoy! Serve immediately or store in the fridge for a delicious lunch the next day.
Macros & Nutrition
Each serving is super filling and boasts about 40g of protein, making it a fantastic option for those focused on balanced eating, gut health, and energy-boosting meals.
Pro Tips:
Swap chicken for chickpeas to make it plant-based.
Use sunflower seeds instead of pecans for a nut-free version.
Serve over greens for an extra boost of fiber.
Tag this under #paleo #dairyfree #healthyfood #eliminationdietrecipes #eattherainbow #phytonutrients and get ready to add this to your weekly meal rotation!
Would love to hear—what’s your favorite meal-prep salad? Drop a comment below!