Tahini Jalapeno Green Goddess Chicken Salad
This vibrant chicken salad features a creamy green goddess dressing made with tahini, jalapenos, herbs, and lemon. It’s rich, zesty, and slightly spicy — balanced beautifully with tender chicken, crisp greens, cucumber, avocado, and feta. It’s Mediterranean meets modern California cuisine — perfect for lunch or dinner.
⏱️ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Salad
2 cooked chicken breasts (grilled, poached, or rotisserie), shredded or cubed
4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 avocado, sliced or cubed
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional but delicious)
2 tbsp toasted almonds or pumpkin seeds (for crunch)
For the Tahini Jalapeno Green Goddess Dressing
¼ cup tahini
1 small jalapenos, seeds removed for mild spice (keep seeds for extra heat)
1 cup fresh herbs (mix of cilantro, parsley, and basil)
1 garlic clove
2 tbsp lemon juice
1–2 tbsp olive oil
2–3 tbsp water (to thin)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dressing
In a blender or food processor, combine tahini, jalapenos, herbs, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth, adding water gradually until creamy and pourable. Taste and adjust seasoning.
2. Cook or Prep the Chicken
Grill, pan-sear, or use leftover cooked chicken. Slice or shred it into bite-sized pieces.
3. Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, layer greens, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, and chicken.
Drizzle generously with the tahini jalapeno dressing.
4. Finish and Serve
Top with feta cheese and toasted almonds or seeds.
Toss lightly to coat everything in the creamy dressing. Serve immediately.
Notes & Tips
Mild version: Remove jalapeno seeds and add a teaspoon of honey for balance.
Extra protein: Add chickpeas or a boiled egg.
Vegan version: Swap chicken for grilled tofu or roasted chickpeas.
Meal prep: Store components separately and dress before eating.
️ Serving Ideas
Serve it as a main salad, or wrap it in pita bread for a Green Goddess Chicken Wrap.
Great with a side of lemon rice or roasted sweet potatoes.
⚖️ Nutritional information
Calories: 420
Protein: 35g
Carbs: 14g
Fat: 26g
Fiber: 5g