DFW Bariatrics and General Surgery, Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s practice, posted this video on its YouTube channel on September 1, 2025.
From the video’s description on YouTube
Welcome back! I’m Dr. Barr, a Bariatric Surgeon in Dallas, TX. If you’re in the soft food phase after bariatric surgery, this recipe is for you.
Today we’re making a high-protein Moroccan Apricot Chicken Salad that’s flavorful, soft-textured, and nutrient-packed.
Ingredients:
2 chicken breasts
¼ cup no-sugar-added apricot spread
¼ cup shallot
½ cup cilantro
½ cup olives
Zest and juice of ½ lemon
8 oz Greek yogurt
2 tsp Moroccan seasoning (or blend of cumin, cinnamon, paprika, ginger, garlic, turmeric, coriander)
Steps:
Dice chicken, mix with yogurt + spices
Cook thoroughly and pulse to shred
Pulse shallot, cilantro, olives
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix
Why it works:
Easy to chew, protein-rich, and anti-inflammatory—ideal for recovery.
More videos from the practice are on Dr. Sachin Kukreja’s profile.
