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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad with fresh ingredients and vibrant colors

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad

A refreshing twist on a classic chicken salad, combining grilled chicken, sweet corn, and crunchy cucumber for a delightful summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups grilled or roasted chicken, diced Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup sweet corn, grilled or canned Grilling fresh corn enhances sweetness and texture.
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • ½ cup mayonnaise Can substitute with vegan mayonnaise.
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt Can be swapped for plant-based yogurt.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped Also try parsley or dill for variety.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
  • to taste crumbled feta cheese Optional for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grill or roast the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Allow it to cool slightly before dicing.
  2. If using fresh corn, grill it until charred and tender, then cut the kernels off the cob, or simply use canned corn.
  3. Dice the cucumber and finely chop the red onion.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, corn, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and stir until well combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

For best results, opt for grilled chicken for smoky flavors. Use a mix of herbs and ensure dressing is well-mixed before combining. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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