Tzatziki Chicken Salad
Recipe from Two Peas and Their Pod
This Tzatziki Chicken Salad is a deliciously creamy, tangy, and refreshing take on traditional chicken salad. Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or a refreshing summer meal!
Servings: 4
Calories: 333kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated English cucumber, excess moisture squeezed out
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 garlic clove, peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Add the chicken, diced cucumber, celery, red onion, and feta. Stir until well combined. Taste and add a little more lemon, salt, and pepper, if necessary.
- You can serve over greens, with pita chips, in a pita pocket, in a lettuce cup, or make a sandwich or wrap. Feel free to top with chopped tomatoes, kalamata olives, extra feta, and herbs.
Notes
How to Store: Store your tzatziki chicken salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It’s best eaten within 3 to 4 days. The flavors develop more over time, but be sure to stir before each serving to mix in any separated liquid.
Nutrition
Calories: 333kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 930mg | Potassium: 604mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 390IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 2mg