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High Protein Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and protein-packed salad that combines cucumbers, chicken, and Greek yogurt for a quick, nutritious meal suitable for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 medium cucumber, finely sliced A cooling backbone of the salad.
  • ½ small red onion, diced Adds sharpness and color.
  • 160 g low fat Greek yogurt The creamy binder that helps the dressing cling.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Brings savory notes to the salad.
  • ½ squeeze lemon or 1 tsp lemon juice Brightens the salad.
  • 6 ml olive oil Rounds the dressing and adds richness.
  • to taste Salt & pepper Simple seasoning to enhance flavors.
  • 150 g cooked chicken breast The protein that makes it a meal.
  • to taste Optional: lemon zest Adds brightness without extra liquid.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the cucumber and red onion. Dice or shred the chicken breast. Mince the garlic.
Combine
  1. In a 750ml bowl, combine cucumber, red onion, chicken, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add optional lemon zest for more brightness.
  3. Cover the bowl and shake vigorously, or mix with a spoon until evenly coated.
Chill
  1. Serve chilled immediately or store in the fridge with the lid on for later.

Notes

This salad is flexible and forgiving. Adjust ingredients as needed, while maintaining the core flavors.