Greek Salad with Shredded Chicken

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and protein-packed Greek Salad with Shredded Chicken! Combining crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic Mediterranean staple. Tender shredded chicken breast adds a hearty, satisfying touch, while a zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano ties all the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this healthy and delicious salad is a go-to option for anyone seeking a quick, flavorful meal. Whether you're looking for a low-carb option or a wholesome way to enjoy fresh vegetables, this Greek salad delivers every time!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Cooked chicken breast
• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Shred the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips using two forks or your hands, and set aside.

Step 2

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves, and peel and dice the cucumber into half-moon slices.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion, and add it to the salad bowl along with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and Kalamata olives.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad for added creaminess and flavor.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Add the shredded chicken on top of the salad, and drizzle the dressing evenly over all the ingredients.

Step 8

Toss the salad gently to combine the flavors, ensuring all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, flavorful Greek salad with shredded chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1110.1 grams (1110.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1041

Total Fat 89.40g	115%
Saturated Fat 20.50g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 67mg	22%
Sodium 3526mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 46.50g	17%
Dietary Fiber 15.70g	56%
Total Sugars 16.80g
Protein 18.20g	36%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 661mg	51%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1597mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 17.5%