Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives, Feta, and Dill
Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives, Feta, and Dill is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for lunch or a light dinner. This delightful salad features tender shredded chicken combined with a creamy tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt and fresh cucumbers. The addition of kalamata olives and crumbled feta adds a burst of Mediterranean flavor, while the vibrant dill elevates the taste even further. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile salad can be enjoyed in pitas, on mixed greens, or as an appetizer with crackers. With its healthy ingredients and customizable nature, it’s sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cucumber
- 2–4 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 cups shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
- 3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, shredded cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, red onion, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and parsley into the bowl. Gently fold until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature in pitas or over greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg