India, Jan. 16 -- Leftover chicken often sits unused, especially after weekend meals, even though it holds strong potential for quick weekday dinners. Tandoori salad makes smart use of leftover tandoori chicken by turning it into a light yet filling dish that fits winter evenings well. Served slightly warm, it avoids the cold elements usually associated with salads.

Tandoori cooking itself has deep roots in Indian food culture, where meat was traditionally cooked in clay ovens using spices and heat rather than heavy sauces. This method made chicken flavourful while keeping it relatively lean. Using tandoori chicken in a salad continues this idea of balanced eating, where taste comes from spices rather than excess fat.

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