Crisp Napa cabbage, tender chicken, cool cucumber and a creamy dressing make this salad a fresh, satisfying bowl for busy days. It comes together in minutes, holds up beautifully for meal prep, and feels light without skimping on protein. If you love easy chicken salads, you will also enjoy our High-Protein Smoked Chicken Salad and Chicken Salad Stuffed Avocados.
Ingredients
- 1 small head Napa (Chinese) cabbage
- 400 g (14 oz) cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
- 2 cucumbers, diced
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh herbs to taste (dill, parsley)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2-3 tbsp mayonnaise (or light mayo / Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- Chop or slice all the ingredients and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Dress with mayonnaise (or your lighter swap) and toss gently.
- Serve immediately, or chill 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Tips
- For a lighter version, swap half the mayonnaise for Greek yogurt; it stays creamy and adds extra protein.
- Chill the salad briefly before serving so the cabbage stays crisp and the dressing settles into every bite.
- For safe handling of cooked chicken, see the guidance from the USDA, and try another bright favorite, our Record-Breaking Chicken Salad, for your next lunch.
Nutrition
Nutrition: per 100 g: 102.4 kcal, protein 11.6 g, fat 5.5 g, carbs 1.8 g. For more salad inspiration, browse Allrecipes.