Tzatziki Chicken Salad Mediterranean Style (Printable)

Shredded chicken meets creamy tzatziki with crisp vegetables for a refreshing Mediterranean bowl perfect for quick meals.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken & Dairy

01 - 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skinless
02 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 medium cucumber, grated
07 - 1/2 small red onion, diced
08 - Salt to taste
09 - Black pepper to taste

→ Optional Add-Ons

10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
11 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
12 - 1/4 cup sliced Kalamata or green olives
13 - 1 small avocado, diced
14 - 2 cups spinach or mixed greens

# How to Make It:

01 - Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to prevent a watery salad.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, add the shredded chicken. Pour the tzatziki sauce over the chicken and gently fold until evenly coated. Add diced red onion and optional ingredients such as cherry tomatoes, feta, olives, or avocado. Mix gently to combine.
04 - Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Serve chilled over a bed of spinach or mixed greens, or enjoy directly from the container.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which means you can make it even when the kitchen feels like a sauna.
  • The creamy tzatziki clings to every shred of chicken, making each bite tangy and satisfying without feeling heavy.
  • You can toss in whatever vegetables or toppings you have on hand, so it never gets boring.
02 -
  • Don't skip squeezing the cucumber, I once left it wet and ended up with a puddle at the bottom of my bowl instead of a creamy salad.
  • If your rotisserie chicken tastes too salty, rinse the shredded pieces under cold water and pat them dry before tossing with the sauce.
03 -
  • If your tzatziki tastes flat, add a pinch of sugar or a tiny drizzle of honey to balance the acidity and bring out the other flavors.
  • Use a salad spinner to dry your greens completely before plating, wet greens will dilute the creamy sauce and make everything soggy.
Go Back