Description
A refreshing Mediterranean Chicken Cucumber Salad featuring juicy chicken, crisp cucumbers, and a tangy dressing, perfect for summer picnics or light dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb or 450 g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for grilling)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Additional oregano for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let it rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and seasoning for the dressing.
- Add the grilled chicken to the salad, drizzle with dressing, and toss to combine.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- For best flavor, let the salad sit for 30 minutes before serving.
- Consider adding roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, Chicken, Cucumber, Salad, Healthy, Summer