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Mediterranean Chicken Cucumber Salad

A Refreshing Blend of Grilled Chicken and Crisp Vegetables

4servings
31 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Mediterranean Chicken Cucumber Salad

About this recipe

Experience a vibrant and protein-packed Mediterranean Chicken Cucumber Salad, perfect for warm weather. This dish combines succulent grilled chicken with fresh, crisp vegetables, and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side or until fully cooked.

  4. 4

    Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.

  5. 5

    In a large bowl, combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint.

  6. 6

    In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  7. 7

    Pour dressing over salad and toss to combine.

  8. 8

    Top salad with sliced chicken and serve immediately.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, marinate the chicken with lemon and herbs ahead of grilling. Perfect for a light, refreshing meal any time of the week.

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