Description
Mediterranean-inspired tzatziki chicken salad blends Greek yogurt, grilled chicken, and crisp cucumber for a refreshing meal. Herbs and zesty lemon elevate this light, protein-packed dish that invites you to savor summer’s coolest flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 rotisserie chicken, cooked and shredded
- ¾ cup (177 ml/6 fl oz) plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, finely grated
- ½ red onion, diced
- 1 tbsps (15 ml/0.5 fl oz) lemon juice
- 2 tbsps fresh dill, chopped
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Cucumber Preparation: Finely grate cucumber, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth or paper towel to maintain tzatziki’s creamy consistency.
- Tzatziki Base Creation: Blend drained cucumber with Greek yogurt, incorporating minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and well-combined.
- Chicken Transformation: Methodically shred rotisserie chicken into delicate, bite-sized pieces, preserving its tender characteristics.
- Salad Assembly: Gently fold shredded chicken into tzatziki mixture, evenly distributing diced red onion for a vibrant flavor and textural contrast.
- Serving and Presentation: Serve the tzatziki chicken salad nestled in warm pita bread, atop crisp lettuce leaves, or accompanied by crunchy crackers and pita chips for a versatile dining experience.
- Storage Technique: Transfer any remaining salad to an airtight container and refrigerate to maintain optimal freshness and flavor profile.
Notes
- Drain Cucumber Thoroughly: Remove excess moisture to prevent watery tzatziki and maintain a creamy, thick sauce consistency.
- Shred Chicken Carefully: Use gentle pulling techniques to preserve tender meat texture and avoid stringy pieces.
- Balance Herb and Garlic Levels: Adjust fresh dill and minced garlic to personal taste, ensuring harmonious flavor without overpowering the delicate chicken.
- Store Smartly: Refrigerate in sealed container for maximum freshness, consuming within 2-3 days for best taste and food safety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg