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Za’atar chicken salad

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)
Written by

Robbie Puddick (RNutr)

Content and SEO Lead

Dr Rachel Hall
Reviewed by

Dr Rachel Hall (MBCHB)

Principal Doctor

2 min read
Last updated August 2026
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Prep and cooking time: 35 mins

  • Gluten-free
  • High-protein
  • Lower-carbohydrate

Ingredients

Serves: 2

  • 1 small cauliflower head, cut into florets
  • 150g green beans
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp zaatar spice
  • 1 tsp ground paprika
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 50g pomegranate seeds
  • 1 small handful mint, torn
  • 1 small handful parsley, torn
  • 2-4 tbsp plain natural or Greek yoghurt
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Method

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan.

Step 2

Add the cauliflower, green beans, and red onion to a baking tray. Top with the chicken breasts and evenly season with zaatar, paprika, olive oil, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Bake for 25-30mins.

Step 4

Allow the tray to cool slightly before cutting the chicken breasts.

Step 5

Add the fresh herbs and pomegranate to the baked vegetables and serve the dish with a few tablespoons of yoghurt.

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