If you like the taste of curry, you will love this high-protein salad. On top of the protein-packed chicken, the curry powder is abundant in turmeric, which contains the powerful compound curcumin. Studies show that this yellow-colored curcuminoid helps to fight a wide range of diseases by acting as a powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer agent.
Serves 6 to 8
Calories per serving: 367 for 6; 275 for 8
4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ to ¾ cup mayonnaise or Vegenaise (see Resources)
2 teaspoons dehydrated onion or ½ small red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons curry powder
4 celery stalks, sliced lengthwise and cut into ¼-inch pieces
½ to ¾ cup raisins or dried cranberries
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Endive or radicchio, leaves separated, for serving
Rinse chicken and place in a pot fitted with a steamer basket over water. Bring water to a boil, and steam the chicken until juices run clear, about 30 minutes. Remove from the pot and let cool, then cut into bite-size pieces. Set aside in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, combine ½ cup of the mayonnaise, the onion, and the curry powder; stir to combine. Add the mayonnaise mixture to the chicken and mix well. If needed, add the remaining ¼ cup mayonnaise and stir to combine. Add the celery and raisins, season with salt and pepper, and mix well. Serve over a bed of endive or radicchio.
Variation
Roasted turkey breast can be substituted for the chicken. Cut an equivalent amount of cooked turkey into bite-size pieces, and continue as directed above.