Ingredients
8 oz (225g) rotini pasta
1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cup grated cucumber
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
1 lb halal chicken breast, grilled and sliced
1 cup halal lamb (optional or substitute with cooked chickpeas for vegan)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, sliced
1/2 cup kalamata olives
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (or tofu feta alternative)
1/4 cup extra virgin
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Whisk yogurt, cucumbers, dill, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for tzatziki dressing.
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, grilled chicken/lamb, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta.
Pour tzatziki dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly.
Chill for 15-30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
Use halal chicken or lamb for dietary compliance
Feta can be replaced with crumbled tofu for a vegan option
Make ahead and refrigerate up to 4 hours
Adjust tzatziki consistency with water if needed
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Mediterranean Basics
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Regular
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg