High-Protein Chicken Salad Cucumber Rolls are a fresh and light dish that we can easily have for lunch or as a snack as well. These rolls contain chicken, cottage cheese, onions, mayonnaise, cilantro, avocados, lime juice, cucumber, and seasonings. These items are so simple that you can easily get them from the store, or you might have them in your pantry. It contains 32 g of protein in a single serving, and they are also low in carbs with only 6g net carbs. High-Protein Chicken Salad Cucumber Rolls prepare quickly in 20 minutes, and there is no cooking involved. It is best to consume these rolls within 24 hours for the great texture and nice taste, though you can store them in the fridge for three days. Don’t freeze them; otherwise, the cucumber gets watery. Serve these rolls with roasted broccoli, berries, or carrot sticks.
STATS:
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Serving size: 3 cucumber rolls
- Cook time: 0 minutes Â
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 20 minutes
- Course: Lunch, Appetizer, Snack
- Diet: High-Protein, Low-Carb
- Serving: 4
EQUIPMENT:
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Vegetable peeler or mandoline
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Fork or spatula
- Serving platter
INGREDIENTS:
- Two cups chicken
- Quarter cup onion
- ½ medium avocados
- ¼ cup cilantro
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ tsp. salt
- 2 big cucumbers
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN:
- We have to utilize the cooked or shredded chicken to add the lean protein in the filling. You can also utilize roasted or poached chicken.
COTTAGE CHEESE:
- Add the cottage cheese to make the creamy chicken salad, and it will also increase the protein in it. You can utilize low- or high-fat cottage cheese as you like.
MAYONNAISE:
- We have to utilize a small quantity of mayonnaise to include the rich taste, and it also makes the smooth texture of the salad. We would also add Greek yogurt instead if required.
AVOCADO:
- Add the ripe & firm avocado to the salad to make it creamy. It will include the good fat content and won’t make the salad heavy.
CUCUMBER:
- Use large English cucumbers, which work nicely, and they are long and easy to make slices. You would also utilize a vegetable peeler or mandolin for this purpose.
LIME JUICE:
- Add the lime juice to offer the acidity, and it also makes the chicken salad tastier and brighter.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Rinse the cucumber and dry it, then make lengthwise slices with a mandolin.
- Now dry the slices with paper towel to eliminate the moisture and set aside.
- Include the chicken, cilantro, avocado, cottage cheese, mayonnaise, black pepper, lime juice, and salt, and mix them.
- Put the cucumber slices on the flat surface and put a small quantity of salad at the end, then roll them carefully so the filling will not squeeze.
- Add the cucumber slices on the platter and add cilantro over it and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Greek Yogurt Lime Dip
- Avocado Lime Sauce
- Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
SIDE SALADS:
- Tomato Cucumber Salad
- Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
- Simple Green Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Grilled Zucchini
- Roasted Bell Peppers
LIGHT SNACKS:
- Fresh Berries
- Carrot Sticks
- Cherry Tomatoes
TIPS:
- We have to utilize the English cucumber as they are long and easy to roll.
- Dry the cucumber slices, then add the filling to them so they don’t become soggy.
- Shred the chicken finely so it is easier for us to roll.
- Don’t add lots of filling or it will squeeze out.
- You can add half the quantity of Greek yogurt along with mayonnaise to increase the protein in the dish.
- Cool the chicken salad for fifteen to twenty minutes, then assemble to offer the firm texture.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes to make the rolls spicier.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the chicken salad and cucumber slices in separate containers and store them for three days.
FREEZER:
- Don’t freeze the salad, as the cucumbers get watery and the texture of cottage cheese & avocado will change.
FAQs:
Will I add rotisserie chicken in this salad?
- Yes, we would easily add the rotisserie chicken to make this salad. It will make it tastier, though you have to decrease the salt accordingly.
What should I utilize instead of mayonnaise to make them?
- You would add Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or extra mashed avocado instead to make the salad creamy.
How to avoid the rolls from getting watery?
- You have to dry the cucumber slices properly and don’t store the assembled rolls for a long time.
Will I make the chicken salad in advance?
- Yes, make the chicken salad in advance and store for 2 days, and assemble when required.
Will I include any other vegetables in this salad?
- We can easily include celery, carrots, spinach, or bell pepper in it to include the crunchiness and nutrients.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Caloric count: 285 kcal
Serving size: 3 rolls
Total carbs: 10 g
Fiber: 4 g
Net carbs: 6 g
Protein: 32 g
Total fat: 13 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Calcium: 100 mg
Iron: 2 mg
Vitamin A: 100 mcg
Potassium: 620 mg
