Description
A simple yet effective Japanese-inspired meal that promotes weight loss, featuring lean chicken, fresh vegetables, and rice. A balanced approach to healthy eating.
Ingredients
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- 1 chicken breast, grilled or roasted
- 1/2 cup steamed white rice
- 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced thinly
- 1/4 cup snow peas, steamed
- 1/4 cup pickled vegetables (such as pickled carrots and cabbage)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Soy sauce (for flavoring)
- Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Grill or roast the chicken breast until fully cooked, and slice it into thin strips.
- Steam the rice until fluffy, and serve it as the base of the plate.
- Steam the snow peas until tender and vibrant green.
- Slice the cucumber thinly and arrange it around the plate for a fresh, crunchy texture.
- Add the pickled vegetables to the plate, offering a tangy contrast to the other ingredients.
- Garnish with sesame seeds on the chicken, and drizzle a small amount of soy sauce for flavor.
- Optionally, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top for an added pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- This meal is customizable with other vegetables or proteins like tofu or fish, depending on your preference.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the soy sauce with tamari sauce.
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken in a mix of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic before grilling or roasting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
