.Greek Chicken Salad with Tzatziki
This Greek Chicken Salad is a fresh, protein-packed dish featuring grilled, marinated chicken breast, crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. It’s light yet satisfying, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Serve it as a salad bowl, wrap, or pita pocket for versatility.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
For the Salad:
4 cups romaine or mixed greens, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup cucumber, diced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
½ cup Greek yogurt
½ cup cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Optional Toppings:
Pita chips
Hummus
Extra lemon wedges
Instructions
1. Marinate & Cook the Chicken
1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for extra flavor).
3. Preheat a grill or pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F/75°C).
4. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice or dice.
2. Make the Tzatziki Sauce
1. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Assemble the Salad
1. In a large bowl, combine chopped greens, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
2. Top with sliced grilled chicken.
3. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~320
Protein: 35g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
(Nutritional values may vary based on portion size and additional toppings.)
Cooking & Prep Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Marination Time: 30 minutes (optional but recommended)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Notes & Tips
For meal prep: Store the salad ingredients separately and assemble fresh before eating.
Serving suggestions: Enjoy with pita bread or over quinoa for extra heartiness.
Make it dairy-free: Use dairy-free yogurt for the tzatziki and skip the feta.
Extra flavor: Add a sprinkle of sumac or za’atar for a Middle Eastern twist