Fresh Cucumber Chicken Salad
Fresh Cucumber Chicken Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly combines tender chicken with crisp cucumbers and sweet cherry tomatoes. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing and garnished with fresh herbs, this salad is ideal for warm-weather gatherings or as a light meal any day of the week. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become your go-to recipe for healthy eating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups diced fresh cucumbers
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or dill
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or bake at 375°F until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- While the chicken cools, chop cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and herbs. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider including bell peppers or avocado. - Marinate the chicken beforehand for enhanced flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container; consume within 2–3 days.