Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Chicken Salad
A delightful blend of grilled chicken, sweet corn, and fresh veggies tossed in a creamy dressing, perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 2 cups grilled or roasted chicken, diced Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
- 1 cup sweet corn, grilled or canned Fresh corn can be grilled, or use thawed frozen corn.
- 1 large cucumber, diced Chop just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped Red onion can be replaced with green onion or shallots.
For the Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise Use more Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Use fresh lime juice for brighter flavor.
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped Can substitute with parsley.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- Optional: crumbled feta cheese for garnish Adds extra flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice the grilled or roasted chicken, cucumber, and red onion, and set them aside in a mixing bowl.
Make the Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Ingredients
- Add the sweet corn to the bowl with the chicken and vegetables. Pour the sauce over the top and mix gently until everything is well-coated.
Adjust Seasoning
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice.
- If the dressing feels too thick, add a splash of water or extra lime juice.
Serve and Garnish
- Spoon the salad into a serving dish and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if using.
Notes
Allow the salad to chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Consider using heirloom tomatoes for a splash of color.