GREEK-INSPIRED CHICKEN SALAD

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A different twist on chicken salad. Light and refreshing! Garnish with extra dill.

Provided by janet

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup diced English cucumbers
1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
2 tablespoons diced red onion
1 cup Greek yogurt
⅓ cup chopped Kalamata olives
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups diced cooked chicken
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup diced seeded plum tomatoes
1 head Bibb lettuce, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Place cucumbers in a colander; set onto a plate. Toss cucumbers with 1 teaspoon salt. Let rest to draw about liquid, about 30 minutes. Pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place red onion and 1 cup cold water in a bowl. Let soak until the strong onion flavor is weakened, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  • Combine cucumbers, red onions, Greek yogurt, Kalamata olives, dill, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, and black pepper in a bowl. Fold in chicken, feta cheese, and tomatoes. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate salad for at least 1 hour.
  • Stir salad and serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 1326.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

Nssrat Sam
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I love the tangy dressing on this salad. It really brightens up the flavors of the chicken and vegetables.


Adam Taghi
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and crunchy vegetables, and they don't even realize they're eating healthy.


Khuzaima Shahzain Awan
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the chicken is cooked perfectly.


CarrieAnn Findlay
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This is my new favorite chicken salad recipe. It's so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken, which saves me time and money.


Muhammad Bashir
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Taji O. Bennett
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Salman Hussan
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The chicken is savory, the vegetables are sweet and crunchy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful.


Sansa
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This is the perfect salad for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to transport.


Khuram Joyia
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I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise-based salads, but this one is an exception. The yogurt and lemon juice give it a nice tang that really brightens up the flavors.


Kaif Khan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make a big batch of chicken on the weekend, and then I use it in this salad throughout the week.


Hannu Ahmed
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, and I've also added different vegetables and herbs. It always turns out delicious.


Ian Lamb
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This Greek-inspired chicken salad was a hit at my last potluck! The flavors were so fresh and vibrant, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.