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Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Tzatziki Chicken Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy a light and satisfying Tzatziki Chicken Salad with grilled chicken, crisp veggies, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt substitute with regular yogurt or sour cream if preferred
  • 1 medium Cucumber finely diced, use English cucumber to prevent excess water
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice or apple cider vinegar as a substitute
  • 1 clove Garlic minced, garlic powder can be a substitute or omit for milder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill use fresh dill for a vibrant flavor
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
Salad
  • 2 pieces Grilled Chicken Breasts use leftover or rotisserie chicken for quick prep
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved, grape tomatoes can be a substitute or skip for low-carb
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper chopped, choose any color you prefer
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion sliced, green onions can be used for a milder taste
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir in dried dill along with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook on the grill for 7-10 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let the chicken rest before slicing.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add sliced grilled chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and sliced red onion. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Pour the tzatziki sauce over the salad mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
  5. For enhanced flavor, cover and refrigerate for about 10 minutes before serving.
  6. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve as a light meal or alongside pita bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh herbs in the tzatziki and allow the salad to chill before serving.

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