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Drain the cucumber thoroughly to keep the salad creamy.
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Store refrigerated for up to 2 days.
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Serve chilled for best flavor and texture.
A creamy, refreshing chicken salad made with yogurt, cucumber, and fresh herbs, perfect for a light summer meal.
500 g (about 1 lb) cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
1 large cucumber (about 250 g), finely diced and drained
75 g (about 1/2 cup) red onion, very finely chopped
30 g (about 1/4 cup) fresh dill, finely chopped
15 g (about 2 tablespoons) fresh parsley, finely chopped
300 g (about 1 1/4 cups) plain Greek-style yogurt
2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Dice the cucumber and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean towel.
In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Combine chicken, cucumber, red onion, dill, and parsley in a large bowl.
Add the dressing and gently fold until evenly coated.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.