Description
Cucumber Chicken Salad is a creamy, protein-packed lunch made with tender chicken, crisp cucumbers, bell pepper, and a simple garlic mayo dressing. It’s the perfect quick meal for hot days, meal prep, or refreshing midday bites.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Salad:
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed
1 large cucumber, diced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken with the dressing and mix well.
Fold in cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion until evenly incorporated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and develop flavor.
Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning. Add lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience and flavor.
Swap mayo with Greek yogurt or half-and-half for a lighter version.
Add dill or parsley for a herbaceous kick.
Dice ingredients into small pieces for easier bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Low Carb