Description
Dive into the flavors of the Mediterranean with this Irresistible Greek Chicken Salad. This vibrant dish combines juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfectly balanced, it’s both satisfying and nutritious, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner. With fresh ingredients and simple preparation, this salad will quickly become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breast in olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill marinated chicken on medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Allow to rest before slicing.
- While chicken grills, dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice olives and red onion; combine in a mixing bowl.
- Crumble feta over the vegetable mixture.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Slice grilled chicken and add to the bowl with vegetables and feta. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg