🍠🥗 Vibrant, earthy, and full of Mediterranean flair, this Chicken Pasta Salad with Creamy Beet-Tzatziki is as nourishing as it is beautiful. Grilled lemon-oregano chicken and lentil pasta are complemented by roasted beets, crisp cucumber, crumbled feta, and a rich, tangy beet-infused tzatziki. It’s a hearty yet fresh dish that’s perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a light dinner. 🌿✨
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🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
🍗 Lemon-Oregano Chicken
• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• Juice of ½ lemon 🍋
• Salt & pepper to taste
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🍝 Lentil Pasta Salad Base
• 2 cups cooked lentil pasta
• 1 cup roasted beet cubes
• 1 small cucumber, diced 🥒
• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional, for garnish)
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🥣 Creamy Beet-Tzatziki Sauce
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp finely grated roasted beets
• 1 tbsp lemon juice 🍋
• 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
• 1 tsp olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Water (to thin if needed)
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🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
• Mix olive oil, oregano, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Coat chicken and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
• Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high and cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
• Let rest before slicing into strips.
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2. Roast the Beets
• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Toss beet cubes with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly caramelized.
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3. Cook the Pasta & Prep the Salad
• Cook lentil pasta according to package instructions.
• Drain and let cool slightly.
• Toss the pasta with roasted beets, cucumber, and crumbled feta.
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4. Make the Creamy Beet-Tzatziki
• In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, grated beet, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Add water a teaspoon at a time until you reach a smooth, drizzleable consistency.
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5. Assemble the Salad
• Add grilled chicken slices to the pasta mixture.
• Drizzle with beet-tzatziki sauce.
• Garnish with dill or a sprinkle of feta, if desired.
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✨ A bright, satisfying pasta salad that’s perfect for a nutritious and flavorful meal.