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Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe - Fresh Mediterranean Delight

Mediterranean Delight: Tzatziki Chicken Salad Recipe

Description

Welcome to a refreshing culinary journey where Mediterranean flavors meet the comforting charm of a hearty salad! If you’re searching for a dish that’s both light and satisfying, our Tzatziki Chicken Salad will hit the spot. This recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, and it’s packed with wholesome ingredients that are both delicious and nutritious. Let’s dive in!

Ingredients

Scale

 

  • 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp Plain Greek Yogurt
  • ½ Cucumber – grated
  • 2 to 3 pressed Garlic Cloves
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 Cups chopped Cooked Chicken
  • 2 Cups chopped Romaine Lettuce
  • 1 Cup halved Grape Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Cup sliced Pepperoncini Peppers
  • 1/2 Cup sliced Kalamata Olives
  • 1/4 Cup chopped Red Onion
  • 1/2 Cup crumbled Feta Cheese

Instructions

 

  1. Prepare the Tzatziki: In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, pressed garlic, olive oil, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, toss together the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, sliced Kalamata olives, and chopped red onion.
  3. Add Chicken: Arrange the chopped cooked chicken over the salad base.
  4. Dress with Tzatziki: Spoon the prepared tzatziki sauce over the salad and chicken.
  5. Garnish: Finally, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top to add a rich, tangy finish to your salad.

Equipment

Notes

 

  • Strain the Cucumber: To avoid a watery tzatziki sauce, make sure to strain the grated cucumber well before mixing it with the yogurt.
  • Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh dill is essential for authentic flavor. If you don’t have fresh dill, dried dill can be used, but reduce the amount by half.
  • Let it Chill: For the best flavor, let the tzatziki sauce chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Find it online: https://optimalrecipes.com/tzatziki-chicken-salad-recipe-fresh-mediterranean-delight/