Ingredients:
For the Salad:
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine, spinach, and arugula)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Creamy Tzatziki Dressing:
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Creamy Tzatziki Dressing:
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh dill, fresh mint (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Mix until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste. - Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, shredded or diced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese (if using), and chopped fresh parsley. - Toss with Dressing:
Drizzle the creamy tzatziki dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly. - Serve:
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and nutritious Mediterranean Chicken Salad with Creamy Tzatziki, perfect for any meal! 🥗🍗🍅🥒🧄
Tips:
For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before cooking.
Customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or add some toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch.
This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day