Description
Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors. This refreshing salad features tender cooked chicken, tangy feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, and savory black olives, all enveloped in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a delicious dinner option, it’s quick to prepare and makes an excellent meal prep choice. The combination of fresh ingredients not only ensures a satisfying meal but also provides essential nutrients to fuel your day. Whether enjoyed on its own, wrapped in a tortilla, or served over greens, this salad is versatile enough to fit any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup reduced fat feta cheese
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup Persian cucumbers, diced
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, diced
- 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp reduced fat mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 tsp celery seed
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and celery seeds. Mix until smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken breast, feta cheese, celery, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, black olives, and red onions to the dressing. Stir gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute leftover cooked chicken for added convenience. Customize with additional veggies like spinach or chickpeas for extra flavor and nutrition. For added crunch and healthy fats, consider tossing in some nuts or seeds.