Description
Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a fresh and zesty Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s creamy, crunchy, and bursting with flavor. Made with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, lemon juice, and fresh dill, this healthy alternative to traditional chicken salad is light yet satisfying. Enjoy it wrapped in a pita, over a bed of greens, or as a protein-packed dip. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or a refreshing summer meal!
Ingredients
For the Tzatziki Chicken Salad:
- 1 medium cucumber, finely grated
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded (about 3 cups)
- ½ red onion, finely diced
Optional Add-ins:
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce
- Wrap the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and squeeze out the excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 2: Mix the Salad
- Add the shredded rotisserie chicken and diced red onion to the bowl with the tzatziki sauce.
- Stir until the chicken is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
Step 3: Serve and Enjoy
- Serve chilled or at room temperature in any of the following ways:
- In warm pita bread with sliced tomatoes and cucumbers.
- Over a bed of mixed greens for a light salad.
- As a dip with crackers or pita chips.
- Stuffed in bell peppers or lettuce wraps.
- Garnish with extra dill or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Notes
- Make it Dairy-Free: Substitute the Greek yogurt with unsweetened coconut or almond-based yogurt.
- Make it Keto-Friendly: Serve without pita bread; enjoy it in lettuce wraps or over leafy greens.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Stir before serving if any liquid separates.
- Meal Prep Tip: The salad flavors develop even more after a few hours in the fridge, making it a great make-ahead meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Lunch
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean