Description
A refreshing chicken salad featuring a creamy tzatziki sauce, fresh vegetables, and a blend of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken (breast or thighs), chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup cucumber, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven. Season chicken with herbs and spices, then grill or bake until fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped cucumber, dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Once cooled, chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix it with the tzatziki mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
- For best flavor, let the salad marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with warm pita bread or in lettuce wraps for a refreshing meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken salad, tzatziki, Mediterranean, healthy recipe, summer dish, family recipe