This healthy, high-protein Mediterranean chicken salad is a clean, whole-food version inspired by the bowl you shared. Juicy grilled chicken, crisp vegetables, olives, feta, and avocado create a balanced, satisfying meal that’s lean, nutrient-dense, and ideal for fat loss or muscle maintenance.
Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 12 min
Total Time: 27 min
Serving Size (g): 1 bowl
Calories per serving: 500
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Category: Lunch / Dinner
Cooking Method: Grilling / Pan-Seared
Ingredients
For the Chicken
✓ 400 g (14 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breast
✓ 1 tbsp olive oil
✓ 1 tsp smoked paprika
✓ ½ tsp garlic powder
✓ ½ tsp dried oregano
✓ ½ tsp sea salt
✓ ½ tsp black pepper
For the Salad Base
✓ 4 cups mixed leafy greens (romaine, spinach, arugula)
✓ 1 cup cucumber, sliced
✓ 1 cup cherry tomatoes
✓ ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
✓ ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
✓ ½ medium avocado, diced
✓ 40 g (1.5 oz) feta cheese, crumbled
✓ Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
For the Lemon Yogurt Dressing
✓ 3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
✓ 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
✓ 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
✓ ½ tsp Dijon mustard
✓ Salt and black pepper to taste
Method
Preparing
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Season the chicken: Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Heat the pan: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat.
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Cook the protein: Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until charred and fully cooked.
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Rest and slice: Rest for 3 minutes, then slice into strips.
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Whisk the dressing: Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth.
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Assemble the base: Assemble bowls with greens, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, avocado, and feta.
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Top and drizzle: Top with sliced chicken and drizzle with dressing.
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Final touch: Finish with fresh herbs and cracked black pepper.
Fitness Tip: This salad delivers Mediterranean flavor with minimal processing. Greek yogurt boosts protein while replacing heavier dressings, keeping calories controlled without sacrificing creaminess.
Nutrition Facts
2 servings per container
| Serving Size | 1 bowl | |
| Amount per serving | ||
| Calories | 500 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat | 22 g | 28.21% |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Sodium | 620 mg | 26.96% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18 g | 6.55% |
| Protein | 48 g | 96% |
* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.
