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.

Yogurt And Cucumber Salad With Grilled Chicken (balkan Bites: Snezhanka Salad With Grilled Chicken)

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the yogurt, diced cucumbers, minced garlic, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
  2. 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.
  3. Divide the yogurt and cucumber salad among serving plates. Top with the sliced grilled chicken.
  4. 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