Mediterranean Delight: Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Experience the bright and refreshing flavors of Greece in this delicious Tzatziki Chicken Salad. Made with tender chicken, crunchy cucumbers, and a tangy tzatziki sauce, this salad is a perfect blend of flavors and textures. Whether you’re looking for a healthy and satisfying lunch or a refreshing side dish for your next barbecue, this Tzatziki Chicken Salad is sure to hit the spot!
Flavor Profile
1. Cool and Refreshing: The tzatziki sauce and cucumbers provide a cool and refreshing flavor.
2. Tangy and Savory: The Greek yogurt, garlic, and dill add a tangy and savory flavor to the sauce.
3. Fresh and Herbaceous: The fresh herbs, such as parsley and dill, add a bright and refreshing flavor to the salad.
Benefits
1. Easy to Make: Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute meal plans.
2. Healthy and Nutritious: A nutritious and delicious meal option that’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates.
3. Customizable: Experiment with different ingredients and flavors to make the recipe your own.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Salad:
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (grilled or rotisserie works great)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (optional, any color)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
For the Tzatziki Dressing:
-1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
-1 clove garlic, minced
-1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tsp dried)
-1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
-½ cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess water
-Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1.Prepare the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, garlic, dill, lemon juice, grated cucumber, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings as needed. Chill in the fridge while assembling the salad.
2.Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, and parsley.
3.Mix It All Together:
Pour the tzatziki dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Enjoy it !