Chicken Shawarma Salad with Tahini Dressing

Ingredients

• 6 oz (170 g) chicken breast, 3/4 inch (2 cm) thick
• 1 tsp (5 ml) olive oil
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp (1 g) smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp (1.5 g) fine salt, plus black pepper
• 1 tbsp (15 g) tahini
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) water
• 2 cups (100 g) chopped romaine lettuce
• 1/2 cup (60 g) diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup (75 g) cherry tomatoes, halved

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Method

1. Toss the chicken with the oil, lemon juice, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and 165°F (74°C) inside. Rest for 3 minutes, then slice.
3. Whisk the tahini with the water until smooth.
4. Add the romaine, cucumber, and tomatoes to a bowl, top with the chicken, and drizzle with the tahini dressing.