Description
Grilled Chicken Greek Salad with Tzatziki is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines juicy grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for warm days or any occasion, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor. Easy to customize based on your preferences, it’s an ideal choice for impressing family and friends at gatherings. Enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill weed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F). Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- 3. Prepare the vegetables: While chicken grills, chop cucumber, halve tomatoes, and slice red onion. Combine in a large mixing bowl with Kalamata olives.
- 4. Make the tzatziki sauce: In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, dill weed, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 5. Assemble your salad: Add sliced chicken to the bowl of mixed vegetables and drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce.
- 6. Serve: Plate the salad or serve family-style in a big bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Marinate your chicken overnight for deeper flavor. Customize your salad by adding feta cheese or swapping proteins like shrimp or tofu. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.