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High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Salad

High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Salad That Everyone Loves

A High Protein Mediterranean Chicken Salad that’s fresh, low-carb, and perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Canned Chicken Or rotisserie chicken
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced into 1/4-inch pieces, seeds removed
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumble; goat cheese can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Olives Chopped, variety of choice
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely minced
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Hellmann's recommended for texture
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Fage Total 5% for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Add to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Greek Seasoning Premade mix or a blend of oregano and thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped; parsley can substitute
For Serving
  • 4 leaves Lettuce Leaves For wrapping
  • 1 box Keto-Friendly Crackers
  • 1 cup Veggie Sticks Carrot or bell pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the cucumber into small 1/4-inch pieces, removing the seeds. Finely mince the onion and chop the dill. Crumble the feta cheese and chop the olives.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, and Greek seasoning, whisking until smooth.
  3. Drain the canned chicken well and gently fold it into the dressing mixture.
  4. Fold in the diced cucumber, minced red onion, crumbled feta, chopped olives, and fresh dill.
  5. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve the salad cold in a bowl or lettuce wraps, with crackers or veggie sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is well-drained and cucumbers are seedless for the best texture.

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