Description
A refreshing Mediterranean-inspired chicken salad featuring creamy tzatziki, crisp vegetables, and bold Greek flavors—perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves, pressed
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, pressed garlic, olive oil, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper and stir until smooth and creamy.
2. In a large salad bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
3. Add the chopped cooked chicken on top of the salad mixture.
4. Spoon the prepared tzatziki sauce over the chicken and salad.
5. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor.
Drain excess moisture from the grated cucumber to keep the tzatziki thick.
Serve chilled for the best taste.
Optional: add pita bread or serve in wraps for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg