Refreshing Tzatziki Chicken Salad: Creamy Greek Delight

This Tzatziki Chicken Salad offers a creamy Greek delight, perfect for meal prep with high-protein Greek yogurt, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta.

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Prep Time 15

Chill Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tzatziki Sauce

1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Acts as the primary dressing ingredient.
1 cup Shredded Cucumber Squeeze out excess moisture.
2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Dill Can substitute with fresh mint.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use fresh garlic for a bolder taste.

For the Salad

2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works wonderfully.
1/4 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Green onions can be used instead.
1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Black olives can be substituted.
1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbling cheese from a block offers better texture.
1/4 cup Chopped Flat Leaf Parsley Cilantro can also be used.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Tzatziki Preparation

In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, lemon juice, dill, and garlic powder. Stir until smooth.

Salad Assembly

Fold in shredded chicken, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese into the tzatziki mixture, mixing well.

Taste Adjustments

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra lemon juice if desired.

Serving

Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Best served chilled or at room temperature.

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