Description
Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. This salad combines tender chicken breast, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta cheese, all coated in a creamy Greek yogurt dressing. Itβs perfect for a light lunch, as a side at dinner, or as part of your meal prep routine. With its quick preparation time and refreshing taste, this salad is not only delicious but also supports your healthy eating goals.
Ingredients
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- 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 (drained and dried)
- 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, whisk together Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. Stir in dill, parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and celery seeds until well combined.
- Fold in cooked chicken breast along with feta cheese, celery, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, black olives, and red onions until evenly coated with the dressing. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Feel free to mix in additional vegetables like bell peppers or radishes. This salad is great on its own or served in wraps or sandwiches.