Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of the Tzatziki Chicken Salad, where juicy grilled chicken meets creamy garlic tzatziki sauce. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer picnics, backyard BBQs, or a light lunch at home. Packed with fresh vegetables and customizable to suit your taste, this dish offers a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium cucumber, shredded
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
Instructions
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Make Tzatziki Sauce: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, shredded cucumber (drained), lemon juice, dill, olive oil, salt until creamy.
- Chop Veggies: Dice tomatoes and red onions while chicken cools slightly.
- Combine: Slice grilled chicken into strips and toss with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and tzatziki sauce in a large bowl until well coated.
- Serve: Plate the salad generously or serve in bowls; garnish with additional dill or olives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 100mg