Anti-Inflammatory Mediterranean High-Protein Chicken Tacos

Enjoy nourishing, Mediterranean-inspired Anti-Inflammatory High-Protein Chicken Tacos—perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner while supporting weight loss, gut health, and hormonal balance. Tender chicken breast, seasoned with fragrant cumin and smoked paprika, is layered on warm gluten-free tortillas and topped with a fresh, colorful medley of red cabbage, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado. A tangy Greek yogurt-mint sauce adds probiotics and a refreshing finish, with fresh herbs providing an extra antioxidant boost. Fast to prepare, satisfying, and rich in brain- and bone-supporting nutrients like magnesium, calcium, and vitamin D—these tacos make healthy eating simple, vibrant, and delicious. Free from black pepper, garlic, onions, and mustard, every bite is tailored to be allergy-friendly and inflammation-fighting. This is a go-to recipe for busy days when you crave something bright, filling, and easy to digest.

Overview

Prep Time

18 min

Cook Time

10 min

Total Time

28 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

2 tacos (325 grams)

Chicken Breast

Boneless, skinless; cut into small strips or diced

16 ounces (1 pound)

Corn Tortillas

Look for 6-inch size, gluten-free, no added sugar

8 small tortillas

Red Cabbage

Thinly shredded

1 cup

Cherry Tomatoes

Quartered

1 cup

English Cucumber

Thinly sliced

1/2 cup

Fresh Cilantro

Chopped

1/4 cup

Avocado

Peeled, pitted, sliced

1 medium

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

2 teaspoons

Fresh Lime Juice

About 1 lime, juiced

2 tablespoons

Smoked Paprika

1 teaspoon

Ground Cumin

1/2 teaspoon

Sea Salt

Or to taste, optional (see sodium note in macros)

1/4 teaspoon

Greek Yogurt

For yogurt sauce

1/2 cup

Fresh Mint

Chopped (for yogurt sauce)

2 tablespoons

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

315

Total Fat

10g

Saturated Fat

2g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

6g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

55mg

Sodium

310mg

Total Carbohydrates

32g

Dietary Fiber

7g

Soluble Fiber

3g

Insoluble Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

29g

Calcium

110mg

Iron

2.2mg

Potassium

700mg

Vitamin A

810mcg

Vitamin C

24mg

Phosphorus

285mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Black Pepper
Garlic Powder
Onion Powder
Mustard
Mustard Seed