Refreshing Cold Cucumber Chicken Salad That'll Brighten Your Day
Enjoy a Cold Cucumber Chicken Salad that's quick, refreshing, and perfect for summer meals.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Airtight container
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar can use apple cider vinegar as an alternative
- 1 clove garlic minced; or use 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked preferred
Salad
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded, rotisserie chicken speeds up prep
- 1 large cucumber firm, for optimal texture
- 1 cup red bell pepper can use any bell pepper variety
- 1/2 cup red onion or swap for green onions for a milder flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, blend together the mayonnaise, white wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the dressing.
- Gently fold in the diced cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed.
- Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill and serve.
Notes
For added flavor, drizzle with lemon juice before serving. Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge, but best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
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