Salad

Classic Mediterranean Chicken Salad

Name: Classic Mediterranean Chicken Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced; 4 cups mixed greens; 1 cucumber, diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; For the dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper to taste

A bright, satisfying salad perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Grilled chicken, crisp greens, juicy tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, and creamy feta come together with a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. It's a wholesome meal that feels indulgent yet light.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
4 cups mixed greens
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
Add the cooked chicken breast to the vegetable mixture.
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated. Serve immediately.

Tips

For best flavor, marinate chicken breast in lemon juice and oregano before grilling.
Prepare dressing ahead and store in the fridge for quick assembly.