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Mediterranean chicken salad

Mediterranean Chicken Salad with Creamy Tzatziki


  • Author: Dana
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Description

A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean chicken salad topped with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens (romaine, spinach, or arugula)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cucumber, grated and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with oregano, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook for 5–6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
  4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  7. Arrange mixed greens on a large serving platter.
  8. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
  9. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
  10. Drizzle the creamy tzatziki sauce over the salad or serve it on the side.
  11. Garnish with additional dill or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and marinate the chicken for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grill
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken salad, tzatziki, Mediterranean, healthy, fresh