A Trip to Greece, again

Can't afford airfare to Athens, plus the recent unrest making you question a visit at all? Try these flavors for an instant trip to the land where logic was invented.

Greek Chicken, Rice Salad and Tzatsiki

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts cut in half
1 lemon zested
2 tbsp fresh oregano chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice

Place trimmed chicken in a large ziplock bag, add seasonings and marinate at least 30 minutes.

Grill over medium high heat until cooked through.

Rice Salad

1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
2 cups water
1 tsp salt

1/2 cup each: chopped celery, chopped cucumber, diced tomato, kalamata olive
1 cup feta cheese
2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
zest of one lemon
2 cups prepared feta salad dressing

Rinse rice until water runs clear. Bring water, rice and salt to a boil, cover and reduce to a simmer for 18-20 minutes. Fluff and immediately place in fridge for 20 minutes

Place all remaining ingredients in a large bowl, except for rice and dressing. When rice has cooled, mix all together. Finish with salt (not much!!! You have feta and olives in this) and pepper


Tzatsiki
I like my tzatsiki to be pretty chunky, if you like a fier texture, blend in food processor.

2 english (or hothouse) cucumbers, peeled and diced
small cup non fat Greek yougurt
1 cup full fat Greek yougurt
zest of one lemon and juice
2 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
salt and pepper

Mix all ingredients and chill until serving. Serve with warm pita.