Warm chicken salad with couscous, oranges and pistachios

5 servings

43 minutes

Warm chicken salad with couscous, oranges, and pistachios is a refined dish brought from sunny Italy. The combination of the softness of couscous, the juiciness of oranges, and the crunchy texture of pistachios creates a harmony of flavors. The salad has a light acidity from red wine vinegar and richness from aromatic extra virgin olive oil. Tender grilled chicken adds heartiness, while fresh mint provides a refreshing touch. This dish is perfect for both a light dinner and an elegant gathering. It can be served warm to reveal all the nuances of flavor combinations. The simplicity of preparation blends with culinary elegance, and each ingredient highlights the gastronomic magic of Italian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 806.9
• Proteins: 83.3g
• Fats: 46.6g
• Carbohydrates: 14g

Ingredients

• Couscous: 1 glass
• Grilled chicken: 1 pc
• Crushed pistachios: 0.3 glass
• Crushed mint leaves: 2 tbsp
• Oranges: 1 pc
• Extra virgin olive oil: 2 tsp
• Red wine vinegar: 2 tsp
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Peel the orange and cut it into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Oranges: 1 piece

2. In a bowl, pour a glass of boiling water over the couscous, cover, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then fluff with a fork.

   Required ingredients:

   • Couscous: 1 glass

3. In another bowl, mix shredded chicken meat, pistachios, orange, mint, oil, and vinegar. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Grilled chicken: 1 piece
   • Crushed pistachios: 0.3 glass
   • Oranges: 1 piece
   • Crushed mint leaves: 2 tablespoons
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 2 teaspoons
   • Red wine vinegar: 2 teaspoons
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Add the couscous and mix well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Couscous: 1 glass