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Ranch Cucumber Crunch Low Carb Chicken Salad - Fresh, Creamy, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked chicken, chopped or shredded (rotisserie works great)
  • 1 large English cucumber, diced (peeled if preferred)
  • 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1–2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (use avocado oil mayo for a cleaner option)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for extra creaminess)
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (if your ranch mix isn’t very garlicky)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional add-ins: sliced green onions, chopped pickles, sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, or diced avocado
  • To serve: lettuce leaves, low-carb tortillas, parmesan crisps, or cucumber slices

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken. If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones, then chop or shred into bite-size pieces. Aim for small, even chunks for a better scoop and bite.
  2. Dice the cucumber. Cut the cucumber into small cubes. If using a standard cucumber, peel and scoop out the seeds to avoid extra moisture. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  3. Chop the crunch. Finely chop celery and red onion. These add texture and a little bite without overpowering the ranch flavor.
  4. Make the dressing. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, lemon juice, Dijon, and garlic powder. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  5. Combine. Add the chicken, cucumber, celery, onion, and dill to the bowl. Fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Chill briefly. Let it rest in the fridge for 15–30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld and the dressing thicken slightly.
  7. Final touch. Stir and taste again. Add more lemon, dill, or ranch seasoning if you want a stronger kick. Mix in any optional add-ins.
  8. Serve. Spoon into lettuce cups, roll in a low-carb tortilla, pile onto parmesan crisps, or enjoy with sliced cucumbers for extra crunch.