Cool-As-A-Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Cool-As-A-Cucumber Chicken Salad is a refreshing and light dish perfect for hot summer days. This salad combines tender chicken breast with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese. The dressing is a zesty combination of lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs, adding a burst of flavor to the salad. Serve this salad as a main course or as a side dish at your next barbecue or picnic.

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Ingredients for Cool-As-A-Cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

  • 1/2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1/4 English Cucumber, Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Cherry Tomatoes, Halved
  • 0.13 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • 1/2 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/4 Clove Garlic, Minced
  • 1/4 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Dill
  • As required Salt And Pepper To Taste

Directions: Cool-as-a-cucumber Chicken Salad Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Start by cooking the chicken breast until it is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Let it cool and then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  • STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
  • STEP 3.In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  • STEP 4.Pour the dressing over the chicken and vegetable mixture and toss to coat everything evenly.
  • STEP 5.Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • STEP 6.Serve the Cool-As-A-Cucumber Chicken Salad chilled and garnish with additional fresh dill, if desired.

Cooking Tips

  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken for this recipe.
  • For extra crunch, you can add some chopped celery or bell peppers to the salad.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

  • Store any leftovers of the Cool-As-A-Cucumber Chicken Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • This salad is delicious on its own as a light lunch or dinner, or you can serve it on top of a bed of lettuce or in a wrap for a more substantial meal.
Nutrition
value
314
calories per serving
19 g Fat19 g Protein15 g Carbs10 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    19g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Carbs
    15g
  • Fiber
    10g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    15g
  • Protein
    19g
  • Fiber
    10g

Fats

  • Fat
    19g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    159mg
  • Iron
    7mg
  • Vitamin A
    2378mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    6mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    155mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    98mg
  • Vitamin E
    3mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    161mg
  • Manganese
    1mg
  • Phosphorus
    317mg
  • Selenium
    23mcg
  • Zinc
    3mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp