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Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Zesty Tzatziki Chicken Salad: A Fresh, Healthy Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Tzatziki Chicken Salad that's packed with protein and vibrant flavors from fresh vegetables and herbs.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups shredded chicken rotisserie chicken works well
  • 1 cup tzatziki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 medium cucumber squeeze out excess water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill can substitute with dried if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh-squeezed is best
Optional Toppings
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ½ cup olives any favorite variety
  • 1 medium avocado diced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken and pour in the creamy tzatziki sauce. Use a spatula to gently fold the ingredients together for about 2 minutes.
  2. Finely chop the cucumber and fresh dill, squeezing the cucumber to remove excess water. Add these to the chicken mixture along with the fresh lemon juice and mix everything together for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. If desired, mix in the optional toppings like crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, or diced avocado. Gently stir them into the salad.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 24 hours if possible.
  5. Serve the salad onto a bed of crisp greens, in a pita, or a tortilla.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, ideal for meal prep.

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