Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing Mediterranean dish that combines juicy, marinated chicken with vibrant vegetables and a luscious tzatziki sauce. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners, this salad is both visually stunning and easy to prepare. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an instant favorite among friends and family. Elevate your meal with this delightful recipe that promises a taste of the Mediterranean right at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large cucumber, diced (approx. 1 cup)
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and dill. Coat chicken breasts in the marinade and let sit for at least 1 hour.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make tzatziki sauce: Combine Greek yogurt, diced cucumber (squeezed of excess moisture), minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and dill in a bowl. Mix until creamy.
- Assemble the salad: Slice cooked chicken into strips or cubes. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens with diced tomatoes and any additional veggies you like. Toss in grilled chicken and drizzle with tzatziki sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Swap grilled chicken for chickpeas or shrimp for a different twist. Serve salad immediately for the best texture; store leftovers in an airtight container.