Simple salad with chicken and cucumbers

4 servings

20 minutes

A simple salad with chicken and cucumbers is a light and nutritious dish of European cuisine, perfect for a quick snack or light dinner. The origins of such salads stem from the tradition of combining fresh vegetables with protein ingredients, making them balanced and healthy. Tender chicken breast adds softness to the salad, while fresh cucumbers provide a crunchy freshness. Grated cheese adds a rich flavor, and soy sauce and lemon juice give a slight tang without the need for added salt. This salad can be served on its own or used as a filling for toasts and nutritious lunch boxes. The longer it sits, the richer its flavor nuances become, creating a harmonious blend of components in every bite.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 123.2
• Proteins: 19.1g
• Fats: 4.4g
• Carbohydrates: 2g

Ingredients

• Chicken breast: 1 pc
• Soy sauce: 2 tsp
• Grated cheese: 50 g
• Lemon juice: 1 tsp
• Cucumbers: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Boil the chicken breast in unsalted water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 1 piece

2. Peel the cucumber and cut it into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces

3. Tear the breast into fibers or cut it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 1 piece

4. Add grated cheese, season with soy sauce and lemon juice. No need to add salt!

   Required ingredients:

   • Grated cheese: 50 g
   • Soy sauce: 2 teaspoons
   • Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon

5. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes, longer is better for absorption.