Lunch: Grilled Chicken and Basmati Rice Salad

Recipe by Frank P. Melodia Perfect for a light summer dinner, our grilled chicken and rice salad features fresh beans and a creamy yogurt dressing.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast

Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Chicken and Basmati Rice Salad

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

1 c. white or brown basmati rice
1/4 lb. yellow wax beans
1/4 lb. sugar snap peas
1/2 c. fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. Freshly ground pepper
6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
2 medium heirloom tomatoes
4 ear scallions
.67 c. chopped fresh mint leaves
2 large Belgian endives

Instructions

Cook rice according to package directions. Let stand uncovered, until cooled. Fluff with a fork.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add yellow wax beans and cook 3 minutes; add sugar snap peas and continue to cook 1 minute, until bright green and very crisp-tender. Drain; refresh under cold water. Drain on a paper towel.
In a large salad bowl, whisk yogurt, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until blended. Remove 1/4 cup dressing to a small cup.
Prepare an outdoor grill or heat a stovetop grill pan over medium heat. Brush chicken with dressing from cup. Grill or broil chicken 7 minutes, turning once, or until cooked through. Remove to a cutting board; let rest 5 minutes.
Add beans, sugar snap peas, tomatoes, scallions, mint, and endives to dressing in salad bowl; toss. Add rice; toss again. Slice chicken and add to salad.

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