Here’s an updated version of the Mediterranean Greek-Style Tzatziki Chicken Salad recipe:
Servings: 4-6
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 40-45 minutes
Ingredients:
- – 1 pound cooked chicken breast, diced
- – 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- – 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- – 1/4 cup diced red onion
- – 2 cloves garlic, minced
- – 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill
- – 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- – 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- – 1/2 teaspoon Kalamata olive tapenade (optional)
- – Salt and pepper to taste
- – 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- – Chopped fresh parsley or dill for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, whisk yogurt, cucumber, onion, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and olive oil.
2. Add cooked chicken to yogurt mixture and mix well.
3. Season with salt, pepper, and tapenade (if using).
4. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
5. Top with feta cheese (if using).
6. Garnish with parsley or dill.
Mediterranean Twists:
– Add diced sun-dried tomatoes or artichoke hearts.
– Mix in chopped Kalamata olives or pepperoncini.
– Substitute chicken with grilled shrimp or salmon.
– Use hummus instead of yogurt.
– Add a sprinkle of sumac or paprika.
Nutritional Information (approximate):
Per serving:
– Calories: 320
– Protein: 35g
– Fat: 12g
– Saturated Fat: 3g
– Cholesterol: 60mg
– Carbohydrates: 20g
– Fiber: 5g
– Sodium: 250mg
Tips and Variations:
– Serve as a wrap or sandwich.
– Use as a topping for gyro or pita bread.
– Mix with quinoa or brown rice for a bowl.
– Add diced bell peppers or zucchini