Yogurt And Cucumber Salad With Grilled Chicken (balkan Bites: Snezhanka Salad With Grilled Chicken)
This Yogurt and Cucumber Salad with Grilled Chicken, also known as Snezhanka Salad with Grilled Chicken, is a refreshing and satisfying dish from Bulgarian cuisine. The combination of creamy yogurt, crunchy cucumbers, and tender grilled chicken makes for a perfect summer meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain yogurt
- 2 cucumbers, diced
- 1 lb chicken breast, grilled and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, diced cucumbers, minced garlic, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Grill for 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Slice the grilled chicken.
- Divide the yogurt and cucumber salad among serving plates. Top with the sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil and garnish with additional dill, if desired. Serve immediately.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 18g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Grill or grill pan Serving plates
Tools
Knife Cutting board Tongs
Serving suggestions
Snezhanka Salad with Grilled Chicken pairs well with a side of crusty bread or a light soup.
Tips & tricks
For a creamier salad, use Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt.
Cost
$15