Tzatziki Chicken Salad – Light, Fresh, and Flavorful!
This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish packed with Mediterranean flavors! Perfect for a light lunch or dinner, it’s loaded with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce.
Ingredients:
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
1 cup + 2 Tbsp plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated
2-3 garlic cloves, pressed
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Salad:
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
¼ cup red onion, chopped
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions:
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, toss together romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, pepperoncini, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
Add the Chicken:
Layer the chopped cooked chicken over the salad base.
Dress the Salad:
Drizzle or dollop the prepared tzatziki sauce generously over the salad.
Garnish:
Top with crumbled feta cheese for the perfect finishing touch.
Pro Tip: Serve with warm pita bread or a side of crispy pita chips for added texture and a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal!
This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors that’s sure to please your palate.