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Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Tzatziki Chicken Salad: A Fresh Mediterranean Delight

Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing medley of juicy chicken, creamy yogurt dressing, and fresh herbs, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked and Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped; substitute with green onions if desired.
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Shredded and drained.
For the Tzatziki Dressing
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can substitute with fresh parsley.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any light oil can substitute.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • box grater
  • cheesecloth
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by shredding the English cucumber and draining it to avoid excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the drained cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, and mint. Add lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, then stir until well combined.
  3. Add the shredded chicken and red onion, folding them into the tzatziki dressing until evenly coated.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  5. Serve the salad over greens, in pita pockets, or with whole-grain crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a quick and delightful option for a healthy lunch! Adjust seasoning before serving to enhance flavors.

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