Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad, a delightful dish that combines the crunch of fresh vegetables with the savory goodness of rotisserie chicken. This salad is not only quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes, but it’s also packed with protein and perfect for meal prep. The creamy dressing, made with Greek yogurt and zesty lime, ties together the juicy sweet corn and crisp cucumbers for a refreshing bite. Whether you enjoy it as a standalone meal, a side dish at gatherings, or even as a filling for tacos, this salad brings versatility to your table. Dive into this nutritious recipe that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 English cucumbers
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken
- 15.25 oz can sweet corn
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup cilantro (minced)
- 3 green onions (sliced)
- 1 jalapeno (seeded and diced)
- 1/4 red onion (diced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
- 1 clove garlic (finely minced or grated)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp each salt and freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- Prepare cucumbers by laying slices on paper towels to absorb moisture.
- In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice and zest, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine dried cucumbers, sweet corn, chopped chicken, and remaining vegetables.
- Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve chilled or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding other vegetables like diced bell peppers or tomatoes. This salad can easily be made vegan by substituting Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt and using vegan mayonnaise.