Chicken Cucumber Salad

Tender grilled chicken paired with crisp cucumbers and fresh greens for a light and balanced Phase 4 meal.

This light and refreshing salad combines juicy chicken, crisp cucumbers, and fresh greens with a clean, simple dressing. It’s perfect for Phase 4 maintenance: easy to assemble, protein-packed, and endlessly customizable. A squeeze of lemon, fresh herbs, and a dash of pink salt elevate it from basic to bright and satisfying.

Ingredients

Women’s Serving (~420 kcal)

• 4 oz cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
• 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, romaine, spring mix)
• ½ cup sliced cucumber
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1–2 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• Pink salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, basil)

Men’s Serving (~560 kcal)

• 6 oz cooked chicken breast, sliced or shredded
• 3 cups mixed greens
• ½–1 cup sliced cucumber
• 1–2 tsp olive oil
• 1–2 tsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• Pink salt and black pepper to taste
• Optional: chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, basil)

Instructions

1. Add the greens to a large bowl.
2. Top with sliced cucumbers and cooked chicken.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice (or vinegar).
4. Season with pink salt, pepper, and fresh herbs.
5. Toss gently until everything is coated and serve immediately.

Tips

• Add a sprinkle of onion powder, garlic powder, or dried dill for more flavor without increasing calories.
• For extra crunch, slice the cucumbers thinly or use mini cucumbers.
• Swap lemon for lime for a brighter, fresher flavor profile.
• This works great with leftover chicken or meal-prepped shredded chicken.

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