Lemon Cashew Chicken Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 tsp cumin seed
1 tsp coriander seed
3 medium lemons
1 1/2 tbsp butter
3 tbsp minced fresh ginger
1 -3 tbsp finely chopped jalapeno chile
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup chopped green onion
4 cups shredded white and dark chicken meat ( from 1 2 1/2- to 3-lb. rotisserie chicken)
chopped cashews

Directions:

Toast cumin and coriander seeds until fragrant over low heat for 3 to 5 minutes. Grind in a spice grinder and process until finely ground. Zest lemons and set aside zest. Juice 1 lemon and set aside 3 tablespoons juice.
Melt butter in the frying pan over medium heat. Add ginger, jalapeño, and salt. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until jalapeño is soft. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, stir together mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger-jalapeño mixture, and ground spices. Add cilantro, green onions, and chicken; stir to coat well with dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Sprinkle with cashews and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	721.24 Kcal (3020 kJ)
Calories from fat	438.07 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	48.67g	75%
Cholesterol	83.82mg	28%
Sodium	1560.27mg	65%
Potassium	614.97mg	13%
Total Carbs	41.35g	14%
Sugars	4.77g	19%
Dietary Fiber	3.58g	14%
Protein	28.59g	57%
Vitamin C	19.1mg	32%
Iron	3mg	16%
Calcium	85mg	9%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	241.9 Kcal (1013 kJ)
Calories from fat	146.93 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.33g	75%
Cholesterol	28.11mg	28%
Sodium	523.31mg	65%
Potassium	206.26mg	13%
Total Carbs	13.87g	14%
Sugars	1.6g	19%
Dietary Fiber	1.2g	14%
Protein	9.59g	57%
Vitamin C	6.4mg	32%
Iron	1mg	16%
Calcium	28.5mg	9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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