Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tender grilled chicken with crisp cucumbers and a creamy, zesty tzatziki sauce. Perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches, this easy-to-make salad bursts with Mediterranean flavors that will please crowds and satisfy your cravings. With its vibrant presentation, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience for your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup diced cucumbers (about 1 medium cucumber)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tbsp dried dill)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before chopping.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dice cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped chicken, cucumbers, and tzatziki sauce. Toss gently to coat without mashing.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Serve chilled, garnished with extra dill if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg