Foxtail Millet and Chicken Salad
Foxtail Millet and Chicken Salad is a healthy and nutritious salad packed with protein and fiber, perfect for a light lunch or dinner. This salad is gluten-free, making it ideal for those with gluten allergies or sensitivities. Foxtail millet is a rich source of dietary fiber, protein, and micronutrients, making it an excellent addition to a balanced diet. The chicken provides lean protein, while the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber provide essential vitamins and minerals.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
169 kcal
Protein
16 g
Carbs
10 g
Fat
7 g
Fiber
2 g
Ingredients
Foxtail Millet (cooked)
1 small bowl (100g)
Chicken, poultry, breast, skinless
250 gms (250g)
Cherry Tomatoes
0.25 cup, halved (50g)
Cucumber
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Red Onion
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Fresh Parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp (10g)
lemon juice
1 tbsp (15g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
1 tsp (2g)
Instructions
Preparation
For chicken:
-Add chicken breast. Pour water just enough to cover the chicken.
-Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
-Cover and cook for 10–15 minutes (until fully cooked).
-Remove chicken, let cool slightly.
-Shred using forks or fingers.
Cooking Steps
In a large bowl, combine the cooked foxtail millet, shredded chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Adjust the seasoning if needed and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Community Reviews & Results
Vivek Lata Hammad
"Decided to cook this yesterday evening, and it turned out so flavorful without using excessive oil. Even my family couldn't tell this was a clean, diet-friendly dish! Will be making this again very soon."
Deepak Kumar Banerjee
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and this health-focused Foxtail Millet and Chicken Salad blew me away with its authentic flavor. It requires minimal preparation time, which is ideal for a fast-paced routine. Will be making this again very soon."
Radhika Kaur Banerjee
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Foxtail Millet and Chicken Salad turned out absolute perfection! The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Harsh Das
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and I'm really happy with how easy and practical it was to prepare. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Highly recommended for anyone focused on clean eating!"