Discover with me how to prepare a delicious grilled chicken salad with Greek yogurt dressing! A fresh, light, and tasty single dish, perfect for summer and not just! Made with simple ingredients but with the possibility to prepare it in tasty variations!
This big salad is perfect in spring and summer when you crave fresh and light dishes, but it can also be enjoyed all year round. In winter, for example, you can serve it as a light main dish, for a quick and nutritious dinner.
And since we’re enjoying beautiful sunny days these days, I decided to savor this fresh and colorful big salad that instantly puts you in a good mood!
How to prepare the grilled chicken salad with Greek yogurt:
Grill the chicken breast and cut it into strips. Prepare a base of iceberg, cherry tomatoes, and olives and add Grana shavings. Dress with yogurt sauce and enjoy!
If you love these colorful and nutritious preparations, I recommend taking a look at my melon salad with prosciutto and mozzarella, perfect as a fresh and scenic appetizer. If you prefer slightly more substantial dishes, you can be inspired by this version with boiled chicken and Greek sauce or this light salad version with potatoes and mackerel.
And for those who love sea flavors, these two salads are indispensable with potatoes, green beans, and tuna and the more refined one with shrimp and yogurt sauce.
In short, many variations to discover, all simple, light, and tasty!
But now let’s get back to the recipe! Let’s prepare together this fresh and nutritious dish, it’ll be ready in less than 20 minutes!
But first, I’ll leave you with some of my special collections that I hope will make you want to try them!
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 people
- Cooking methods: Grill, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 10.5 oz chicken breast
- 7 oz lettuce (iceberg)
- 3.5 oz cherry tomatoes (yellow or red or mixed)
- 1.75 oz green olives (pitted)
- 2 slices rustic bread
- salt
- extra virgin olive oil
- Grana Padano shavings
- 3.5 oz 0% fat Greek yogurt
- lemon juice (half a lemon)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
Tools
- Grill Pan
- Bowl
- Cutting Board
- Grater
- Lemon Squeezer
Steps
Cut the chicken breast into thin slices, heat a very hot grill pan, and cook the meat without adding any fats, turning it only once to keep it juicy.
Once ready, let it cool slightly and cut it into strips.
Cut the bread into cubes and toast them in a pan with a drizzle of oil until you get crunchy and fragrant croutons.
Wash and dry the iceberg lettuce well, tear it into pieces with your hands, and place it on the bottom of a large serving dish.
Add the halved yellow cherry tomatoes, green olives, grilled chicken, and Grana shavings.
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until you get a homogeneous cream.
Pour the sauce over the dish and mix gently so that all ingredients are seasoned. Finish with some golden croutons on top and serve immediately.
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Storage and Variants
This preparation is great when freshly made, but you can store it in the refrigerator for a few hours covered with plastic wrap. I recommend adding the croutons only at the time of serving, so they remain crunchy.
This preparation is great when freshly made, but you can store it in the refrigerator for a few hours covered with plastic wrap. I recommend adding the croutons only at the time of serving, so they remain crunchy.
🥒🌽🥑🧀 You can enrich the bowl with sweet corn, fresh cucumbers, or diced avocado. For a more intense touch, add some capers or replace the Grana with crumbled Greek feta.
🍷 Wine Pairing
Grilled chicken and yogurt sauce pair well with fresh and fragrant white wines, such as:
Vermentino
Pinot Grigio
Soave
If you prefer bubbles, an Extra Dry Prosecco is the perfect choice to enhance freshness and lightness.
🌱 Dietary Requirement Variants
✅ Vegetarian
Replace the chicken with cubed breaded tofu or grilled in a pan or with grilled halloumi cheese: you will get a dish equally rich in protein and flavor.
🌿 Vegan
Use marinated and grilled tofu or tempeh instead of chicken.
Replace Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt (soy or plain coconut), seasoned with oil and lemon.
Instead of Grana, add toasted seeds (sunflower or pumpkin) for crunch.
🥛 Lactose-Free
Choose a lactose-free Greek yogurt and replace the Grana shavings with a lactose-free aged cheese or with a drizzle of flavored oil.
🌾 Gluten-Free
Use gluten-free bread to make the croutons.
All other ingredients are naturally gluten-free.
🌿Benefits and Nutritional Properties
This big salad with grilled chicken and yogurt sauce is not only beautiful to look at and delicious to taste, but also contains many nutritional benefits:
Chicken breast 🐓 → is a lean source of high-quality protein, ideal for keeping muscles toned without weighing down. It contains very little fat, perfect for a balanced and low-calorie diet.
Iceberg lettuce 🥬 → rich in water and fiber, promotes hydration and aids digestion. It’s light and refreshing, with few calories.
Yellow cherry tomatoes 🍅 → sweet and juicy, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, great for strengthening the immune system and protecting the skin.
Green olives 🫒 → provide good fats (monounsaturated), beneficial for heart health and cholesterol regulation.
Grana Padano 🧀 → adds savor and flavor, is a source of calcium and protein, important for bones and teeth.
Toasted bread 🍞 → adds energy thanks to complex carbohydrates, perfect for having the right boost during the day.
Greek yogurt sauce 🥛 → creamy and fresh, provides protein and good gut-friendly probiotics, without weighing down.
👉 In short, it’s a balanced and complete dish: it combines carbohydrates, proteins, and good fats, accompanied by fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Ideal for those who want to eat healthily without giving up pleasure.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use leftover chicken from the day before?
Yes, it’s fine, just cut it into strips and add it to the other ingredients.
What yogurt should I use for the sauce?
Greek yogurt 0% provides creaminess without weighing down, but if you prefer, you can also use whole yogurt for a richer taste.
Can I prepare this big salad in advance?
You can organize all the ingredients in separate containers and assemble the dish only at the time of serving, so you can maintain the freshness and texture of each ingredient.
Which bread to choose for the croutons?
Ideal is rustic or whole-grain bread that, once toasted, gives a perfect texture. But if you have common bread at home, don’t worry, that’s fine too 😍
