Tzatziki Chicken Salad
A refreshing salad featuring creamy tzatziki dressing, tender chicken, and crunchy vegetables, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Ingredients
For the Tzatziki Dressing
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt Creamy and tangy, serves as the base for the dressing.
- 2 tablespoons extra plain Greek yogurt Adds extra creaminess to the dressing.
- 1/2 cucumber grated cucumber Delivers a refreshing crunch and moisture.
- 2-3 cloves garlic Pressed or finely minced for flavor.
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Adds richness to the dressing.
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill Finely chopped for herby notes.
- to taste salt & freshly ground black pepper Enhances all flavors.
For the Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken Chopped for protein.
- 2 cups romaine lettuce Chopped for a crisp base.
- 1 cup grape tomatoes Halved for sweetness and color.
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers Sliced for a tangy punch.
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives Sliced for earthiness.
- 1/4 cup red onion Finely chopped for sharpness.
- 1/2 cup feta cheese Crumbled for a rich, salty flavor.
Instructions
Prepare the Tzatziki Dressing
- In a bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill to create the tzatziki dressing.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Assemble the Salad
- In a large salad bowl, toss together the chopped romaine lettuce, halved grape tomatoes, sliced pepperoncini, sliced olives, and finely chopped red onion.
- Evenly distribute the chopped chicken over the salad base.
- Spoon the tzatziki dressing generously over the salad and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
Serve
- Serve as is or with warm pita bread for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Notes
Use high-quality Greek yogurt for the best texture and flavor in your dressing. Optional extras include grilled bell peppers or avocado. If short on time, pre-cooked rotisserie chicken is a great substitute.