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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad

Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad for Summer Bliss

A refreshing Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad perfect for summer, combining savory grilled chicken, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet corn.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 cups Grilled or roasted chicken, diced Using leftover chicken makes this recipe even easier.
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Sweet corn (grilled or canned) Canned corn should be drained well.
  • 1 large Cucumber, diced Persian or English cucumbers are best for fewer seeds.
  • 1/2 cup Red onion, finely chopped Green onions can be a milder alternative.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Adjust amount for desired creaminess.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Fresh lime juice is recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped Parsley can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Regular paprika is an alternative.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled feta cheese Adds a salty, tangy element.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Dice your grilled or roasted chicken into bite-sized pieces. If using leftovers, warm gently.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix diced chicken, sweet corn, diced cucumber, and red onion. Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix Thoroughly: Stir all ingredients until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes. Stir before serving and garnish with feta if desired.
  5. Enjoy the Salad: Serve chilled as a side or main dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 27gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Tip: For best results, add cucumber just before serving to maintain crunch. Adjust dressing ingredients to preference.

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