This Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad is the viral cucumber salad trend but upgraded into a filling, high-protein lunch you’ll actually crave. Crunchy cucumbers, sweet corn, rotisserie chicken, and a bold lime-chili Greek yogurt dressing give you all the bright, tangy flavors of Mexican street corn with the coolest creamy crunch. It comes together in 15 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and tastes even better chilled. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or an easy dinner side when you want something fresh but satisfying. If you’re saving healthy salad recipes or high-protein lunch ideas, this one is a must!
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Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients List
- 1½ English cucumbers, halved & sliced (about 3 cups)
- 2 cups rotisserie chicken, chopped
- 15.25 oz can sweet corn, drained
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded & diced
- ¼ red onion, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
Dressing
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or higher)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 lime (juice + zest)
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced or grated
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Paper towels
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium bowl (for dressing)
- Whisk
- Spatula or large spoon
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Dry the cucumbers: Lay cucumber slices in a single layer on paper towels. Press with more paper towels on top to soak up moisture. Let sit while you prep everything else. 🥒
- Mix the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, mayo, garlic, lime juice + zest, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Combine salad: In a large bowl, add cucumbers, chicken, corn, cilantro, green onions, jalapeño, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Toss: Pour most of the dressing over the salad and mix until evenly coated. Add the rest only if you want it extra creamy.
- Chill + serve: Serve cold. Store in the fridge in a sealed container. 😋🌽
Pro Tips
- Best crunch: Don’t skip drying the cucumbers—this keeps it thick and creamy.
- Heat control: Want it mild? Use half the jalapeño or skip it.
- Meal prep: Store 2–3 days; stir before serving.
- Make it extra “street corn”: Add cotija or feta, and a pinch of cayenne or Tajín.
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bowl (¼ recipe) | 420 | 32g | 22g | 23g | 4g | 6g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
Street Corn Creamy Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Lay cucumber slices on paper towels and press gently with another layer to remove excess moisture.
- Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, lime juice and zest, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, corn, chicken, cilantro, green onions, jalapeño, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Pour most of the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Add more dressing if desired.
- Serve chilled or refrigerate in a sealed container until ready to eat.
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This creamy cucumber salad is everything: crunchy, zesty, street-corn flavorful, and actually filling thanks to chicken + Greek yogurt. Make it once and you’ll keep it on repeat all summer.