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Delicious high-protein cucumber chicken salad in a bowl.

High-Protein Cucumber Chicken Salad

A healthy and delicious salad packed with protein from chicken and Greek yogurt, complemented by refreshing cucumber.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can substitute with cottage cheese or vegan yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh herbs (like dill or parsley)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped chicken and diced cucumber.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the yogurt mixture over the chicken and cucumber, tossing to coat everything evenly.
  4. Add optional herbs if using, and stir gently.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for a bit before serving.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrients. Adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding garlic powder or other spices you enjoy.