Greek Salad with Chicken
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
14 mins
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Total Time
14 mins
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Servings
2 salads
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Calories
334 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Greek Salad with Chicken
Description
Greek Salad with Chicken consists of a crisp base of iceberg or romaine lettuce mixed with a vibrant tomato salad and cool cucumber slices. Kalamata olives and crumbled feta add salty, tangy notes that complement the mild, juicy chicken breast, which is prepared with Greek marinade for added flavor. The homemade Greek dressing emulsifies olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, and subtle seasoning, enhancing the salad's Mediterranean character.
The textures contrast nicely with the crunchy lettuce and cucumber paired with the creamy feta and tender chicken. This salad is a useful option for a light lunch or dinner, bringing a variety of fresh, savory elements on one plate. It's also a flexible dish to adjust with additional vegetables or protein.
The original recipe suggests storing the salad and the dressing separately when meal prepping, combining them just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp and the flavors vibrant.
Ingredients
- 6 cups lettuce such as iceberg or romaine, chopped
- 1 8- ounce chicken breast sliced or chopped, Greek marinated
- 2 cups tomatoes Mediterranean Tomato Salad or sliced
- 1 cup cucumber sliced, Persian or hothouse
- ¼ cup kalamata olives
- ¼ cup feta cheese , broken into chunks
For the Greek Dressing
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic , peeled and minced
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon black pepper kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Add the lettuce to a large serving bowl or two individual salad bowls. Top with the sliced chicken, tomato salad, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese.
- To make the dressing, add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, sugar and salt and pepper to a small canning jar. Top with the lid and shake well until blended and emulsified. Season with more sugar and salt and pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to taste.
Notes
- Store the dressing separately if preparing the salad ahead of time to keep the lettuce crisp.
- Add the dressing only just before serving to maintain freshness and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2salads
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2g | |
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 34g | 52% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 476mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 25mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 180IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 133mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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