Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing Mediterranean dish that combines tender grilled chicken with creamy tzatziki sauce, crisp cucumbers, and fragrant herbs. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer gatherings or cozy dinners, offering a burst of flavors that transports you to a sun-drenched terrace. Easy to prepare and healthy, it’s sure to impress your family and friends while satisfying your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, diced cucumber (squeeze out excess moisture), lemon juice, chopped dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- While the chicken cooks, chop remaining cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Optionally add diced tomatoes or bell peppers.
- Once the chicken cools slightly, chop into cubes and mix with cucumbers and tzatziki sauce in a large bowl.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature on greens or in pita bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in tzatziki overnight before grilling. Substitute chicken with chickpeas for a vegetarian option or add feta cheese for extra richness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain moisture.