Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad. Packed with black olives, roasted red peppers, cucumbers, and feta cheese, it’s tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt and dill dressing for a light, delicious, and refreshing meal.
A Mediterranean chicken salad is a flavorful and healthy dish, perfect for lunch or dinner. Here’s a simple recipe to try:
Ingredients:
- For the salad:
- 2 chicken breasts (grilled or baked, and sliced)
- 4 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, arugula, or romaine)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, sliced (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a little olive oil. Grill or bake until fully cooked (about 6-8 minutes per side, depending on thickness). Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it thinly.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, roasted red peppers, and feta cheese. Add the sliced chicken on top.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard (if using), and salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss and serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Enjoy your Mediterranean chicken salad as a healthy, refreshing meal! You can also add a side of pita bread or serve it with hummus for an extra Mediterranean touch.
