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Greek Salad with Chicken

Refreshing Greek Salad with Chicken for a Light Meal Delight

This Greek Salad with Chicken is a vibrant dish that combines fresh Mediterranean ingredients for a light, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Lettuce (Romaine or Iceberg) Choose heads without brown spots
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Peel or leave skin on as preferred
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Opt for ripe varieties like Roma or cherry
  • 200 grams Feta Cheese Use blocks and crumble just before serving
  • 100 grams Olives (Kalamata or green)
  • 2 breasts Chicken Breast Grill or pan-sear until golden brown
  • 1 medium Red Onion Soak in water to mellow intensity if desired
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large salad bowl
  • pan
  • Jar for dressing

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash the lettuce thoroughly and dry completely. Tear into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
  2. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and dice the tomatoes. Pit and chop the olives. Add to the bowl with the lettuce.
  3. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano. Cook in a pan over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side. Rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  4. Layer sliced chicken, crumbled feta, and remaining olives into the bowl. Toss gently to mix.
  5. Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, and oregano for the dressing. Shake until emulsified and adjust seasoning.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 70IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Keep the dressing separate until serving to maintain the salad's freshness. Let dressing rest for 30 minutes before use for enhanced flavor.

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