Description
Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. This salad features tender cooked chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy yogurt dressing, creating a perfect balance of taste and texture. Ideal for lunch or as a light dinner, it’s also great for meal prep or picnics. The combination of fresh ingredients makes it a delightful option that you can customize to suit your preferences. Enjoy this refreshing salad as a standalone dish, in wraps, or alongside your favorite sides for an impressive meal that’s sure to satisfy.
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 and drained
- 1/4 cup black olives, diced
- 2 tbsp red onions, 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, fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and celery seeds.
- Stir in cooked chicken breast, feta cheese, celery, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, black olives, and red onions until well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for about one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Feel free to add other vegetables like artichokes or chickpeas for extra variety. If you prefer grilled chicken over boiled for added depth of flavor.