Description
This Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a fresh, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Featuring tender cooked chicken breast combined with a colorful mix of roasted red peppers, black olives, cucumbers, and red onions, all tossed in a creamy, herb-infused Greek yogurt dressing and topped with tangy feta cheese. Ready in just 10 minutes, this salad is a healthy and satisfying option that celebrates vibrant Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- ½ cup black olives, sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
For the Dressing:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill and parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and celery seed. Mix well and season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded or diced cooked chicken breast, ensuring it is ready to be combined with the vegetables and dressing.
- Add the Veggies: Stir in the chopped cucumbers, diced red onions, roasted red peppers, and sliced black olives into the chicken; mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
- Combine: Pour the prepared dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture. Toss everything together thoroughly so that the dressing coats all components evenly.
- Serve: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience and time-saving.
- You can substitute light mayonnaise with extra Greek yogurt for a lower-fat option.
- Adjust the herbs according to your preference; fresh oregano or mint can be nice additions.
- This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure all ingredients including mayonnaise and seasonings are gluten-free certified.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
