Description
Cool Mediterranean tzatziki chicken salad blends Greek yogurt, tender chicken, and crisp vegetables into a refreshing summer meal. Zesty herbs and tangy dressing create a light, protein-packed dish perfect for picnics or quick lunches you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
Fresh Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Base and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 medium cucumber, finely grated
- ¾ cup (177 milliliters) plain Greek yogurt
- ½ red onion, diced
Instructions
- Thoroughly drain excess liquid from freshly grated cucumber by firmly pressing it within a clean kitchen towel or paper towel, extracting maximum moisture.
- Combine the drained cucumber with creamy Greek yogurt, finely chopped fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, minced garlic, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a medium mixing bowl, whisking until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Fold tender shredded chicken and finely diced red onion into the yogurt mixture, ensuring each morsel is generously coated with the tangy Mediterranean-style dressing.
- Transfer the salad onto warm, soft pita bread, crisp crackers, or a bed of crisp lettuce leaves for a refreshing and protein-rich meal.
- Store any remaining salad in an airtight container within the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days, maintaining its fresh flavors and creamy texture.
Notes
- Squeeze excess moisture from cucumber to prevent watery tzatziki sauce and maintain the salad’s creamy texture.
- Chop garlic and onion finely for even distribution of flavors throughout the chicken mixture.
- Use rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken to save time and add extra convenience to this quick recipe.
- Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to enhance the blending of Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Customize by adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or mint for an extra burst of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg