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Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives

Delicious Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives for Any Meal

A quick and healthy Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives, perfect for busy days or laid-back dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream can be substituted.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Squeezed dry.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Fresh mint can be a substitute.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can amplify the flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Salad
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a convenient option.
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives Sliced; can swap with green or black olives.
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled; goat cheese can be a substitute.
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Parsley Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, finely chopped cucumber, lemon juice, chopped dill, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Stir until creamy and well-blended.
  2. To the tzatziki base, add shredded chicken, finely chopped red onion, sliced kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Optionally, sprinkle in chopped parsley. Gently fold the ingredients into the tzatziki sauce.
  3. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
  4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes or serve immediately.
  5. Garnish with extra sprigs of dill or additional crumbled feta before serving.
  6. Serve the Tzatziki Chicken Salad with Olives with warm pita or over a bed of mixed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature. Ensure cucumbers are well-drained for optimal texture.

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