High Protein Cucumber Salad
A refreshing salad combining crisp cucumbers, creamy Greek yogurt, and succulent chicken, perfect for quick, healthy meals.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber, finely sliced
- ½ small red onion, diced
- 160 g low fat Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced or fresh
- ½ squeeze of lemon or 1 tsp lemon juice
- 6 ml olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 150 g cooked chicken breast
- Optional: lemon zest For extra brightness
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the cucumber and red onion.
- Dice or shred the chicken breast.
- Mince the garlic.
Mixing
- In a 750ml bowl, combine cucumber, red onion, chicken, yogurt, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Add optional lemon zest for more brightness.
- Cover the bowl and shake vigorously, or mix with a spoon until evenly coated.
- Serve chilled immediately or store in the fridge with the lid on for later.
Notes
This salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a side to a hearty sandwich. For best taste, serve cold and fresh. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Avoid freezing due to texture changes.