Name: Greek Chicken Salad with Tzatziki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons olive oil (for marinade); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 6 cups mixed lettuce (romaine or green leaf), washed and chopped; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 lemon, cut into wedges; 1 cup Greek yogurt (for tzatziki); 1/2 cup cucumber, grated (for tzatziki); 1 clove garlic, minced (for tzatziki); 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (plus extra for garnish); 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for tzatziki); 1 tablespoon olive oil (for tzatziki); 1/4 teaspoon salt (for tzatziki)

Description

Looking for a fresh, quick meal that’s both healthy and full of flavor? This Greek Chicken Salad with Tzatziki is the ultimate combination of juicy grilled chicken, crisp veggies, salty olives, creamy feta, and a cool, tangy homemade tzatziki. It’s perfect for a quick lunch, easy dinner, healthy snack, or if you’re searching for Mediterranean meal ideas. This easy recipe is packed with protein and colorful vegetables, making it a go-to choice for anyone looking for dinner ideas, healthy salads, or a crowd-pleasing food idea.

Ingredients

2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil (for marinade)

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

6 cups mixed lettuce (romaine or green leaf), washed and chopped

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced

1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1 lemon, cut into wedges

1 cup Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)

1/2 cup cucumber, grated (for tzatziki)

1 clove garlic, minced (for tzatziki)

1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (plus extra for garnish)

1 tablespoon lemon juice (for tzatziki)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for tzatziki)

1/4 teaspoon salt (for tzatziki)

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken by combining olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts in marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden. Remove from grill, let rest, then slice into strips.

3. Make the tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeeze out excess water), minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt in a bowl. Stir well until creamy and set aside.

4. Arrange chopped lettuce in a large salad bowl. Top with sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta.

5. Add grilled chicken strips on top of the salad.

6. Spoon generous tzatziki sauce over the center of the salad.

7. Garnish with fresh dill and lemon wedges.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For the juiciest chicken, don’t skip the marinating step!

If meal prepping, store the salad and tzatziki separately until ready to eat.

Add extra vegetables or swap in grilled shrimp or tofu for variety.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of salad (about 2 cups)
Calories: 385
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 790mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 33g
Cholesterol: 82mg

Keywords: quick salad, easy dinner, healthy salad, Greek chicken, tzatziki, meal prep, dinner ideas