Name: Healthy Greek Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced; 1 cup cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

A refreshing and nutritious Healthy Greek Chicken Salad featuring grilled chicken breasts, fresh cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese, tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing infused with oregano and garlic powder. This quick 20-minute salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, blending vibrant Mediterranean flavors with wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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Protein

2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced

Vegetables & Fruits

1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Others

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Dressing

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Grill the chicken: Grill the chicken breasts until they are fully cooked through, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Once cooked, slice the chicken into thin strips for easy serving.
Prepare the salad base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, pitted Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined into a smooth dressing.
Toss the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the vegetable and cheese mixture, then toss carefully to ensure all components are evenly coated with the tangy dressing.
Assemble and serve: Place the sliced grilled chicken on top of the dressed salad. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and optimal texture.

Notes

You can substitute chicken breasts with grilled chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
For a low-fat variation, reduce the amount of olive oil or use a light vinaigrette.
Add fresh herbs like parsley or mint for added freshness and aroma.
This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day in an airtight container.
To make it gluten free, ensure all seasonings and vinegar used are certified gluten free.