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Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad with fresh ingredients

Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad

This Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad features warm, spiced chicken and creamy tzatziki with crunchy vegetables, making it a perfect, wholesome meal for fall.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the chicken

  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the tzatziki dressing

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup grated cucumber, drained well
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the salad

  • 6 cups mixed greens or romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cucumber slices
  • 1/2 cup pitted olives, halved
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/2 cup cooked quinoa or farro (optional) For added texture and nutrition

Instructions
 

Marination

  • In a shallow dish, combine olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and coat evenly. Let it marinate at room temperature for 15–30 minutes or refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

Cooking Chicken

  • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.

Making Tzatziki

  • While the chicken rests, squeeze excess water from the grated cucumber with a clean towel. Mix cucumber with Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill for at least 10 minutes for flavors to meld.

Assembling the Salad

  • Toss greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and quinoa (if using) in a large bowl. Top with sliced chicken, drizzle tzatziki over the salad, and finish with crumbled feta.

Serving

  • This Healthy Mediterranean Tzatziki Chicken Salad can be served warm right after cooking or chilled for a refreshing contrast.

Notes

Always drain cucumber well to keep tzatziki thick. Rest chicken for tenderness. Use high-quality yogurt for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
Keyword fall recipes, Greek Yogurt Dressing, healthy salad, meal prep, Tzatziki Chicken Salad
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