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High protein salad for weight loss

📝 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

🍗 For the Chicken:

  • 2 skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips

  • 1 tbsp light soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

  • 1 tsp sesame oil or low-cal spray

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • ½ tsp ground coriander

  • ½ tsp ground turmeric

  • Juice of ½ lime

🥜 For the Satay Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp peanut butter (smooth or crunchy, natural preferred)

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice

  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1–2 tbsp warm water (to loosen dressing)

  • Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes or Sriracha for a kick

🥬 For the Salad Base:

  • 2 cups shredded lettuce or mixed salad leaves

  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage

  • 1 carrot, grated or spiralized

  • ½ cucumber, thinly sliced

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 2 spring onions, chopped

  • Fresh coriander, to garnish

  • Optional: A few chopped peanuts or crispy onions (limit for slimming)


👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Marinate Chicken
    In a bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil, coriander, turmeric, and lime juice. Toss the chicken in the mix and marinate for at least 20 minutes (or overnight for more flavor).

  2. Cook Chicken
    Grill, pan-fry, or air-fry the chicken strips until fully cooked and slightly charred. Set aside to cool slightly.

  3. Make the Satay Dressing
    Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a bowl until smooth. Add water a little at a time to reach your desired consistency.

  4. Assemble the Salad
    Layer salad ingredients in a large bowl or on a plate. Top with warm chicken strips.

  5. Drizzle & Serve
    Drizzle the satay dressing over the salad. Sprinkle with coriander and optional peanuts or crispy onions. Serve immediately.


Nutrition (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 350–400

  • Protein: 35g

  • Carbs: 12g

  • Fat: 18g

  • Syns: ~3 (depends on peanut butter used – check Slimming World calculator)


🧠 Why It’s Great for Slimming:

  • Protein-rich = keeps you fuller for longer

  • Low-carb and packed with veggies

  • Satay flavor satisfies cravings without deep-frying

  • Easy to batch cook for meal prep

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