Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines tender grilled chicken, creamy tzatziki sauce, and a medley of crunchy vegetables. Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or easy weeknight dinners. Its colorful presentation and customizable ingredients make it not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a delightful meal anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 medium seedless cucumber, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, minced garlic, diced cucumber (squeezed dry), dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dice the cherry tomatoes and slice the red onion thinly.
- Once the chicken has cooled slightly, chop it into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with tzatziki sauce and chopped veggies. Mix well.
- Serve in bowls or on plates, garnished with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Preparation
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg