Description

Experience the fresh and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Tzatziki Chicken Salad. A delicious and healthy combination of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tangy pepperoncini, and savory Kalamata olives, this salad is topped with tender chicken and drizzled with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Finished with crumbled feta cheese, it offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a light yet satisfying meal. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a fresh dinner, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

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Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1 cup plus 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated
- 2 to 3 garlic cloves, pressed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Salad:
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:

In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and fresh dill.
Stir until smooth and creamy, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

2. Assemble the Salad:

In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine lettuce, grape tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, Kalamata olives, and red onion together until well mixed.

3. Add the Chicken:

Layer the chopped cooked chicken over the salad base.

4. Dress with Tzatziki:

Dollop the prepared tzatziki sauce generously over the salad and chicken.

5. Garnish:

Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad for a final burst of Mediterranean flavor.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 3hrs