Mediterranean Diet Classic Homemade Chicken Salad
Elevate your healthy eating game with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Homemade Chicken Salad, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a beloved classic. Perfectly baked chicken breasts form the protein-packed base, while fresh, crisp veggies like cucumber, grape tomatoes, and celery add vibrant texture. Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese bring authentic Mediterranean flair, while a creamy Greek yogurt-based dressing infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, and zesty lemon juice ties it all together. This wholesome salad, brimming with heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil and fresh parsley, is both satisfying and light. Ideal as a make-ahead meal, it can be served chilled on its own or over a bed of greens for a refreshing, low-carb option. Ready in just 40 minutes, this Mediterranean chicken salad is your next go-to for a quick, healthy, and delicious lunch or dinner! Keywords: Mediterranean chicken salad, healthy chicken salad recipe, Mediterranean diet recipe, low-carb chicken salad, Greek yogurt dressing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 pieces celery stalks, finely chopped
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, seeded and diced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 piece garlic clove, minced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, and season with salt and ground black pepper.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Once cooked, let the chicken rest until cool enough to handle.
While the chicken is cooling, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil, plain Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small mixing bowl. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped red onion, celery, grape tomatoes, cucumber, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
Once the chicken is cooled, cut it into 1/2-inch cubes and add it to the bowl of vegetables.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Adjust seasonings with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the chicken salad on its own or over a bed of fresh greens for a satisfying Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 361 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 5762 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 139.9 g | 280% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 740 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2902 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
