Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a light, flavorful dish combining juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki dressing—ideal for summer picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
- Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Cucumber
- Plain Greek Yogurt
- Fresh Dill
- Lemon Juice
- Garlic Clove
- Mixed Greens
- Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- 2. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped dill, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess water), lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 3. Slice the Chicken: Once cooked and slightly cooled, slice the chicken into strips or cubes.
- 4. Toss Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with sliced chicken and generously drizzle with tzatziki sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- 5. Garnish & Serve: Plate your salad and garnish with extra dill or cucumber slices if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Preparing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg