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Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Chicken Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 cups cooked boneless skinless chicken breast, diced; 1/4 cup reduced fat feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup celery, diced; 1/4 cup Persian cucumbers, diced; 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced (drained and dried); 1/4 cup black olives, diced; 2 tbsp red onions, diced; 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 3 tbsp reduced fat mayonnaise; 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp pepper; 1/4 tsp celery seed

Byluca Carter February 11, 2026February 11, 2026

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Introduction

This Mediterranean Chicken Salad is a quick and refreshing meal perfect for busy days. Combining tender chicken with crisp vegetables and a tangy yogurt-based dressing, it’s full of bright flavors and healthy ingredients.

A white bowl holds a mixed salad with four visible layers: large white chunks of chicken, dark purple slices of black olives, small green pieces of cucumber, and thin strips of red bell pepper, all coated in a creamy white dressing with specks of herbs. A silver spoon is placed inside the bowl leaning on the right side. Next to the bowl on a white marbled surface are two smaller white bowls, one containing chopped cucumber pieces and the other containing small diced red onion. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1.5 cups cooked boneless skinless chicken breast
1/4 cup reduced fat feta cheese

1/4 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup Persian cucumbers, diced

1/4 cup roasted red peppers, diced (drained and dried)
1/4 cup black olives, diced

2 tbsp red onions, diced
1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
3 tbsp reduced fat mayonnaise

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 tbsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

1/4 tsp celery seed

Instructions

Step 1: Make the dressing by mixing together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, fresh parsley, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, pepper, and celery seed until well combined.
Step 2: In a large bowl, stir in the cooked chicken, feta cheese, celery, cucumbers, roasted red peppers, olives, and red onions.

Step 3: Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetables, then toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 4: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
Step 5: Store the salad in the fridge for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to deepen and combine beautifully.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add chopped toasted walnuts or almonds.
Substitute grilled chicken with leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Add a handful of chopped fresh mint for a refreshing twist.

Use regular cucumbers if Persian cucumbers are unavailable, just peel and seed them if desired.

Storage

Store the Mediterranean Chicken Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best flavor, let it chill for at least one hour before serving. Re-stir before eating as some dressing may settle at the bottom.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a salad in a white bowl with thick sides shows several layers of ingredients mixed together. The salad has a creamy white base dressing which coats chunks of pale pink chicken pieces. Mixed through are bright green cucumber cubes, black olive slices, chopped red bell peppers, and small bits of light purple onion. The textures vary from soft chicken and creamy dressing to crunchy cucumber and crisp peppers. A silver spoon sticks out of the bowl. Next to the bowl on the white marbled surface are two smaller white bowls, one with diced cucumber and the other with chopped red onion. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

Yes, this salad actually tastes better if made a few hours ahead or the day before, allowing the flavors to meld. Just keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.