Description
Savor the refreshing taste of summer with this Cold Cucumber Chicken Salad, a vibrant mix of juicy chicken, crisp cucumbers, and zesty Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for picnics or light lunches, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will keep you coming back for more. Enjoy every bite as it delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 medium firm cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp fresh dill weed (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Cook the chicken: Boil or grill chicken breasts until fully cooked (about 15 minutes). Cool and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- 2. Prepare the dressing: In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill weed, salt, pepper, and olive oil until smooth.
- 3. Chop vegetables: Dice cucumbers, slice red onion thinly, and halve cherry tomatoes.
- 4. Combine: In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with chopped veggies. Pour over the dressing and stir gently to coat.
- 5. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg