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Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken

Easy Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken That Bursts with Fresh Flavor

This Greek Salad with Grilled Chicken is refreshing, healthy, and easy to make, perfect for busy nights or casual lunches.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Firm and fresh, for crisp crunch.
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Ripe and juicy, quartered.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted.
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Thinly sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped finely.
For the Grilled Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For marinating.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano For flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil For a rich dressing.
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar For tanginess.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard For creaminess.
  • to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • Small Jar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts, coat thoroughly, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F). Oil grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  3. Place marinated breasts on the hot grill, cooking 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reads 165°F.
  4. Slice cucumbers, quarter tomatoes, thinly slice red onion and green pepper, and chop parsley. Toss together in a large bowl.
  5. In a small jar, whisk extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the salad base, toss gently, then top with sliced grilled chicken and kalamata olives.

Notes

Optional: Add crumbled feta cheese for a classic Mediterranean finish.