Chicken Shawarma Kebab Salad
This vibrant salad draws inspiration from Mediterranean flavors, featuring succulent Grilled Chicken Shawarma skewers nestled atop a bed of fresh greens, complemented by creamy Feta cheese and a dollop of refreshing Tzatziki sauce.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 Persian cucumbers
- 1 cup 145 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion
- 1/4 cup feta
- 4 cups butter lettuce
- 1 cup Skinny Tzatziki
- Juice from 1 medium lemon
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Slice the chicken thighs into 1-inch chunks.
- 2
In a medium-sized bowl, mix together olive oil and lemon juice. Whisk until they are well blended.
- 3
Incorporate the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, curry powder, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper, whisking again until combined. Pour the marinade over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are thoroughly coated (be cautious, as it may stain your hands). Place in the refrigerator to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- 4
Heat an outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan to a medium-low setting.
- 5
Skewer the chicken pieces onto 4 skewers (wooden or metal), discarding any leftover marinade in the bowl.
- 6
Grill the chicken, rotating the skewers occasionally, until they are golden brown and fully cooked in the center, approximately 15 to 18 minutes. For the salad:
- 7
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oil and vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Add the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion, tossing to combine.
- 8
Arrange the lettuce among 4 bowls, topping each with the tomato salad, crumbled feta, and the grilled chicken. Serve with Tzatziki on the side for dipping.