High Protein Refreshing Yogurt Salad

Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Refreshing Yogurt Salad—an irresistible fusion of creamy, tangy, and savory flavors packed with nourishing ingredients. This protein-rich salad combines Greek yogurt with tender chopped chicken breast, vibrant veggies like cucumber, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, and hearty chickpeas for a satisfying texture. Crumbled feta cheese and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing add layers of bold flavor, while fresh parsley brings a burst of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect option for a quick, wholesome lunch, a light dinner, or a crowd-pleasing dish at your next gathering. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, high-protein meal that's as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Greek yogurt
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, chopped
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Chickpeas, canned and drained
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the chopped chicken breast, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and drained chickpeas to the bowl.

Step 3

Gently fold the ingredients together with a spatula to evenly coat the salad components with the yogurt dressing.

Step 4

Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley. Stir gently to incorporate without breaking the feta.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 6

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld. This salad can be served cold or at room temperature.

Step 7

Garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of feta before serving if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1456.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1594.5

Total Fat 70.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 320.3mg	0%
Sodium 3129.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.2g
Protein 131.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1039.3mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 2626.8mg	0%

*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: 41.4%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 24.1%