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Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad with fresh ingredients

Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad

A quick and satisfying salad combining tender chicken, creamy tzatziki, and vibrant greens, perfect for a healthy meal or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Grilled or baked until fully cooked
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Use full-fat for creaminess
  • 1 medium cucumber, grated Provides freshness
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice Adds flavor
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For richness
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference
For the Salad
  • 4 cups mixed greens or lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • to taste Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill) for garnish Enhances flavor and presentation

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the chicken by grilling or baking until fully cooked, then let it cool before slicing.
  2. Prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mixing well.
Assembly
  1. In a salad bowl, layer the mixed greens, sliced chicken, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  2. Drizzle the tzatziki sauce over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  3. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice and olive oil before cooking. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days if stored properly.