Make this Greek chicken salad with feta, olives, cucumber, tomatoes and lemon dressing in 15 minutes. A fresh, high-protein, low-carb lunch.
Greek Chicken Salad with Feta, Olives and Lemon Dressing
Looking for a fresh, satisfying lunch that's easy to prepare and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavor? This Greek Chicken Salad combines tender cooked chicken breast, crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy feta cheese and flavorful olives, all finished with a simple lemon and olive oil dressing.
Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy chicken salad is ideal for busy weekdays, healthy packed lunches, light dinners or a protein-rich meal after the gym.
Each serving provides approximately 415 calories and 44g of protein, with 9g of carbohydrates, based on the provisional recipe estimates.
The beauty of this Greek-inspired salad is its simplicity. The cucumber and lettuce add refreshing crunch, tomatoes bring natural sweetness, feta contributes a creamy and salty contrast, and olives add a rich Mediterranean flavor.
A quick dressing made with fresh lemon juice and olive oil brings all the ingredients together without the need for a complicated sauce.
Because the recipe uses already cooked chicken, there's no additional cooking required.
Whether you're following a lower-carbohydrate eating pattern, looking for a high-protein lunch or simply enjoying fresh Mediterranean-style meals, this Greek chicken salad is an easy recipe to add to your weekly rotation.
Fresh ingredients, bold Mediterranean flavor and a delicious lunch in just 15 minutes.
🛒 Ingredients
Serves 2
Tip: Use fully cooked, chilled chicken breast for a convenient no-cook lunch. Drain the olives and feta before adding them to the salad.
👩🍳 How to make Greek chicken salad
Step 1. Prepare the vegetables
Wash and chop the cucumber and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Tear the lettuce into smaller leaves.
Step 2. Add the chicken
Slice the cooked chicken breast into strips. Divide the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes and chicken evenly between two serving bowls.
Step 3. Prepare the lemon dressing
Whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until combined. Drizzle the dressing over both salads.
Step 4. Finish and serve
Scatter the feta cheese, olives and chopped parsley over the salads. Serve immediately, or keep chilled until ready to eat.
📊 Calories and nutrition
Provisional nutrition per serving, based on 2 portions
💪 Is Greek chicken salad good after the gym?
Yes, this salad can be a convenient meal after exercise. Chicken breast provides substantial protein, while vegetables, feta and olive oil add flavor and variety.
With an estimated 44g of protein per serving, it can contribute to daily protein needs and muscle recovery.
However, at approximately 9g of carbohydrates, the salad is relatively low in carbohydrate. After longer or more demanding workouts, some people may benefit from adding bread, rice or another carbohydrate source to help meet their training needs.
🥑 Is this salad keto-friendly?
At approximately 9g of carbohydrates per serving, this recipe may fit into many low-carb or ketogenic meal plans.
Whether it fits an individual's ketogenic diet depends on their total daily carbohydrate intake.
🍞 Higher-carbohydrate option
Serve the salad with wholegrain bread for a more substantial lunch.
The bread will increase the calories and carbohydrate beyond the estimates listed above.
🌱 Vegetarian variation
Replace the cooked chicken with cooked, cooled tofu.
Keep the vegetables, feta, olives and lemon dressing the same. Recalculate the nutrition because tofu has a different protein and calorie profile.
🧊 Storage and food safety
Allergen: Milk, from feta cheese.
For the best texture, store the chicken, vegetables and dressing separately until ready to serve.
Assemble fresh and keep chilled. Use within 48 hours, or earlier if an ingredient's use-by date requires it.
If taking this salad to work, school or the gym, use an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack to keep it cold.