Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"The Bluebird of Happiness long absent from his life, Ned is visited by the Chicken of Depression." -Gary Larson, Amazing Cartoonist
Using a little honey in a vinaigrette will help reduce the total fat content and take some of the tart edge off of the acidity of the lime. Keep in mind that there are still a lot of calories in honey.
I don't feel that this salad works well with dried basil. The flavor is not fresh and bright. If there's no quality fresh basil available, I would make another dish.
Servings: 4 | Serving size: 4 ounces salad
Cooking Time: 30 Minutes | Chilling time: 6 hours
This recipe can easily be multiplied and keeps well for about 48 - 72 hours.
Combine lime juice, shallots, garlic, salt, olive oil, and honey in a large mixing bowl and chill well.
Place water and wine in a shallow pan over high heat. When the liquid is at a shiver, reduce the heat to medium so that it won't boil.
Add the chicken breasts and poach until just done. This should take about 10 minutes; check for an internal temperature of 170° to ensure that the meat is cooked.
When the chicken is cooked through, remove it to a cutting board and cut into strips about 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide and 3 to 4 inches long.
While chicken is still warm, add to the chilled lime mixture and toss to coat well.
Add the basil and toss to coat.
Chill at least 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: about 1 cup salad
Servings: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 | Calories from Fat 90 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 10g | 13% |
Saturated Fat 1.5g | 8% |
Monounsaturated Fat 6g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 85mg | 28% |
Sodium 200mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrates 12g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber <1g | 2% |
Sugars 6g | |
Protein 26g |
Vitamin A 2% | Vitamin C 13% |
Calcium 2% | Iron 5% |
Vitamin K 20mcg | Potassium 500mg |