High Protein Cucumber Salad
A refreshing, high-protein cucumber salad featuring Greek yogurt, chicken, and a tangy dressing that’s perfect for meal prep or as a light meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber Finely sliced, ideally organic for better flavor.
- ½ small red onion Diced, soak in cold water if sensitive.
- 160 g low-fat Greek yogurt Plain, packed with protein.
- 1 clove garlic Minced; can be omitted if desired.
- ½ tsp lemon juice Fresh; avoid bottled lemon juice.
- 6 ml olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor.
- to taste salt & pepper Season according to your preference.
- 150 g cooked chicken breast Diced or shredded; leftover is ideal.
Optional Ingredients
- to taste lemon zest For extra brightness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Slice the cucumber thinly and add to a large bowl.
- Dice the red onion finely and add to the bowl.
- Dice or shred the cooked chicken breast and add it to the bowl.
- Mince the garlic and add it to the mixture.
- Add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- If using, add lemon zest for extra flavor.
- Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
Serving
- Serve chilled immediately, or let it sit in the fridge to meld the flavors for a couple of hours.
Notes
This salad is versatile; feel free to add or substitute ingredients to your liking. It keeps well for 2-3 days in the fridge.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 27gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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