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Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad

A delightful combination of savory grilled chicken, sweet corn, refreshing cucumber, and a tangy dressing that brings summer vibes to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups grilled or roasted chicken Cut into small, bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup sweet corn Can use canned, but rinse before using.
  • 1 large cucumber Diced; remove seeds if desired.
  • 1/2 cup red onion Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise For the dressing.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt For the dressing.
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed for brighter flavor.
  • 1/4 cup cilantro Chopped; adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For a warm, smoky flavor.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • optional crumbled feta cheese For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces.
  2. Dice the cucumber and finely chop the red onion.
  3. Measure out the sweet corn, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Combining
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the diced chicken, sweet corn, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  4. Toss everything together until thoroughly combined and evenly coated in the dressing.
  5. If desired, top with crumbled feta cheese before serving. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving to enhance flavors. Customize seasoning according to taste preferences.