Description
Experience a taste of the Mediterranean with this vibrant Tzatziki Chicken Salad. Juicy grilled chicken is complemented by creamy tzatziki sauce and a medley of fresh vegetables, creating a refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or a light weeknight meal. This easy-to-make salad is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that transports you to sun-soaked Greek islands.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced fresh cucumbers
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the tzatziki sauce.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Slice the grilled chicken and add it to the veggie mix. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and toss gently until well coated.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in individual bowls, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg