Scaredy-Cat Greek Chicken Salad

Health score
45%
Scaredy-Cat Greek Chicken Salad
15 min.
4
289kcal

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Are you ready to whisk your taste buds away on a delightful culinary adventure? Introducing the Scaredy-Cat Greek Chicken Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner! This salad is not just a feast for the eyes; it’s a wholesome meal packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy yet satisfying meal.

Imagine crisp romaine lettuce tossed with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and briny kalamata olives, all harmoniously blended with tender grilled chicken breast strips. The homemade dressing, featuring a zesty combination of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh herbs, elevates this salad to a whole new level of deliciousness. And let’s not forget the crowning glory—crumbled feta cheese that adds a creamy, tangy finish to every bite!

But what truly sets this recipe apart is the playful presentation. With a cat-shaped cookie cutter, you can transform ordinary pita bread into adorable “pita cats” that will bring a smile to your face and make mealtime fun, especially for kids or the young at heart. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Scaredy-Cat Greek Chicken Salad is not only quick to prepare but also a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean. So grab your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this charming and delicious dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh italian chopped (flat-leaf)
  • 4.5 teaspoons red wine vinegar 
  • 1.5 teaspoons oregano dried fresh chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups the of 1 cos lettuce 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 0.5 cup onion red thinly sliced
  • medium tomatoes cut into thin wedges
  • medium cucumber peeled seeded chopped
  • oz chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped refrigerated
  • 6-inch wholewheat pita breads (pocket) ()
  • oz feta cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • cookie cutter

Directions

  1. In small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with wire whisk.
  2. In large bowl, toss lettuce, olives, onion, tomatoes, cucumber and chicken.
  3. With cat-shaped cookie cutter, cut out cat shapes from pita breads.
  4. Pour dressing over salad; toss until well coated.
  5. Sprinkle with cheese.
  6. Serve with pita cats.

Nutrition Facts

Calories289kcal
Protein25.18%
Fat60.16%
Carbs14.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
60.25
Glycemic Load
2.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.932608713274%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.63mg
Apigenin
4.32mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.42mg
Quercetin
5.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.95kcal
14.45%
Fat:19.66g
30.24%
Saturated Fat:5.12g
32.02%
Carbohydrates:10.78g
3.59%
Net Carbohydrates:7.03g
2.56%
Sugar:4.67g
5.18%
Cholesterol:55.07mg
18.36%
Sodium:699.95mg
30.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.51g
37.02%
Vitamin A:5244.94IU
104.9%
Vitamin K:103.69µg
98.75%
Vitamin B3:6.9mg
34.5%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
25.94%
Folate:102.66µg
25.67%
Vitamin C:20.31mg
24.62%
Phosphorus:225.57mg
22.56%
Selenium:15.45µg
22.07%
Vitamin E:3.04mg
20.26%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.82%
Calcium:172.48mg
17.25%
Potassium:585.45mg
16.73%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.1%
Fiber:3.75g
15%
Magnesium:46.5mg
11.62%
Iron:2.02mg
11.22%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.97%
Zinc:1.48mg
9.87%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.33%
Copper:0.18mg
8.92%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.4%