Tzatziki Chicken Salad: Refreshing High-Protein Meal (Print Version)
Enjoy a refreshing Tzatziki Chicken Salad, a high-protein meal packed with Greek flavors. Quick to prepare, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Greek
Dietary: Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ The Protein Powerhouse
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1 1/2 lbs cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
→ Creamy Tzatziki Embrace
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1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or full-fat)
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1/2 large English cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
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1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
→ Mediterranean Garden Gems
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1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced or finely diced
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1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
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3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
# Instructions:
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Grate 1/2 large English cucumber and place it in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. Mince 2 cloves garlic. This ensures a creamy, not watery, Tzatziki Chicken Salad | Refreshing High-Protein Meal.
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In a large bowl, combine 1.5 cups plain Greek yogurt, the squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, 1/4 cup fresh dill, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil. Stir well to create the creamy tzatziki base for your Tzatziki Chicken Salad.
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Season the tzatziki mixture with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. This forms the vibrant, flavorful dressing that defines this Refreshing High-Protein Meal.
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Add 1.5 lbs cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced, to the bowl with the tzatziki dressing. Gently fold the chicken into the dressing until it is thoroughly coated.
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Introduce the Mediterranean Garden Gems: 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (halved), 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced or finely diced), and 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved). Fold these vibrant ingredients into the chicken mixture.
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Gently fold in 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Your Tzatziki Chicken Salad | Refreshing High-Protein Meal is almost ready!
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For best flavor, cover and refrigerate the Tzatziki Chicken Salad | Refreshing High-Protein Meal for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy this delicious, high-protein meal.
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, marinate the cooked chicken in a little lemon juice and olive oil before shredding, or use a rotisserie chicken for ultimate convenience.
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Store leftover Tzatziki Chicken Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors often improve overnight!
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This salad is fantastic served in lettuce cups, pita bread, on a bed of greens, or with whole-grain crackers for a complete meal.
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Feel free to add other veggies like chopped bell peppers or artichoke hearts. If you don't have fresh dill, a smaller amount of dried dill (about 1.5 tsp) can be used.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large mixing bowl
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Grater
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Cutting board
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Sharp knife
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Colander
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 491 kcal
Total Fat: 23 g
Total Carbohydrate: 12 g
Protein: 61 g