Chicken salad with melon and yogurt dressing
5 servings
30 minutes
Chicken salad with melon and yogurt dressing is a refreshing and light dish perfect for summer days. Its history traces back to European culinary traditions where fruity notes harmoniously blend with the tenderness of meat. The sweetness of cantaloupe beautifully complements the juiciness of chicken, while English cucumber adds freshness. The dressing made from natural yogurt and light mayonnaise gives a creamy taste without being heavy, and tarragon adds an exquisite aroma. This dish can be served as a main course or as an appetizer on a festive table. It is suitable for a light lunch, picnic, or even a romantic dinner. Chicken salad with melon is the perfect balance of freshness, sweetness, and tenderness that brings pleasure with every bite.
1
Preheat the grill or barbecue.
2
Rub the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them on a rack. Fry for about 5-6 minutes until cooked but slightly pink inside. Cool and slice into thin strips.
- Chicken breast fillet: 4 pieces
3
In a large bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, finely chopped tarragon, and salt. Add diced melon, diced cucumber, and chicken. Gently mix and serve at room temperature.
- Fat-free natural yoghurt: 0.3 glass
- Light mayonnaise: 60 g
- Tarragon leaves: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
- Cantaloupe melon: 3 pieces
- English (hothouse) cucumbers: 1 piece
- Chicken breast fillet: 4 pieces