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Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Tzatziki Chicken Salad: Fresh, Flavorful Make-Ahead Delight

Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a refreshing and nutritious meal, perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely lunches.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated and moisture squeezed out
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can substitute with regular yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons Fresh Dill Substitute with ⅔ tsp dried dill if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice Juice from half a lemon
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 16 ounces Cooked Rotisserie Chicken Shredded
  • ¼ cup Diced Red Onion
For Serving
  • as needed Pita Bread For serving
  • as needed Crackers For pairing
  • as needed Lettuce For a low-carb option

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Paper towels
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by grating 1 medium cucumber into a bowl. Wrap the grated cucumber in a paper towel and squeeze out any excess moisture until dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber with 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, juice of half a lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Shred 2 cups of cooked rotisserie chicken and add it to the tzatziki sauce mixture, along with ¼ cup of diced red onion. Gently fold until evenly coated.
  4. Serve the Tzatziki Chicken Salad in pita bread, over a bed of lettuce, or with crackers on the side. Enjoy it cold or store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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