Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Elevate your lunch with this irresistible tzatziki chicken salad. Tender, grilled chicken combines with a creamy Greek yogurt tzatziki dressing, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs to create a vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a quick weekday meal, this salad is versatile, delicious, and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium English cucumber, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon pepper (to taste)
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach and arugula)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss mixed greens with olive oil. Add the sliced chicken and drizzle with tzatziki sauce. Gently combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 82mg