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Greek Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Greek Tzatziki Chicken Salad for a Light, Healthy Lunch

Enjoy a Greek Tzatziki Chicken Salad, perfect for a light and healthy lunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tzatziki Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Use Fage 5% for extra thickness.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated and squeezed dry.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Essential for a zesty flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Or dried if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for stronger taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil A neutral oil can be substituted.
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie, poached, or grilled works best.
  • ¼ cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Green onions can substitute for a milder option.
  • 1 handful Kalamata Olives Pitted, feel free to swap with other olives.
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Can be swapped with goat cheese if desired.
  • 1 handful Fresh Parsley Dried parsley can be used but will alter flavors.

Equipment

  • Box Grater
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by grating the cucumber and squeezing out excess moisture.
  2. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, and olive oil.
  3. In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
  4. Pour the tzatziki dressing over the chicken mixture and fold gently to combine.
  5. Season, cover, and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve in pita pockets, over greens, or as a dip with pita chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill before serving. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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