Name: Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Fresh Greek Salad (High-Protein Keto)
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 2 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 lemon, zested and juiced; 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided; 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper; 1 large English cucumber, diced; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved; 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Fresh Greek Salad (High-Protein Keto)

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This Mediterranean Grilled Chicken & Fresh Greek Salad is a vibrant, high-protein dinner that feels like a sunny escape to the Greek Isles. Succulent, perfectly grilled chicken thighs are marinated with classic Mediterranean flavors—lemon, garlic, and oregano—then paired with a crisp, refreshing salad loaded with fresh vegetables, tangy feta, and briny olives. The dish is designed to be keto-friendly without eggs or mustard seeds, but maximizes protein (about 50g per serving) and packs in a bounty of fresh flavors and textures for a truly satisfying meal. With only 40 minutes from start to finish, this is a weeknight dinner worth repeating.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat chicken thighs dry. In a large bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, oregano, lemon zest and juice, 1 tsp salt, and pepper. Add chicken, toss well, and marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat until very hot (just before smoking point).
Grill chicken thighs 5-6 minutes per side, or until deeply charred and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice thickly.
Meanwhile, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, feta, parsley, and 1/2 tsp salt in a large salad bowl. Toss gently to mix.
Arrange salad onto plates. Top each with sliced grilled chicken. Drizzle any resting juices over the top. Serve immediately.