Chicken, Avocado Cucumber Salad

🥗 Chicken, Avocado & Cucumber Salad

This salad is a textural dream—crunchy, creamy, crisp—and a nutritional powerhouse. Perfect for a warm afternoon or a quick dinner, it’s light yet satisfying, built around lean protein, healthy fats, and fresh greens. The zesty yogurt-mustard dressing ties it all together with a subtle kick and a creamy tang. Every ingredient is clean, whole, and functional, aligning beautifully with primal and low-carb lifestyles. Whether you’re looking to fuel muscle recovery, reduce inflammation, or simply enjoy a delicious clean meal, this bowl checks all the boxes.

🥬 Iceberg Lettuce

Though mild in flavor, iceberg is rich in hydration and offers small amounts of vitamin A and potassium. It provides volume and crunch without adding carbs, making it an ideal base for low-carb salads.

🌿 Basil

These fragrant leaves are more than garnish—they offer anti-inflammatory compounds, antioxidants, and natural oils that support gut health and calm oxidative stress.

🥑 Avocado

Avocados are loaded with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, particularly oleic acid, which supports brain health and hormone function. They're also rich in potassium, fiber, and fat-soluble vitamins like E and K.

🍋 Lemon Juice

Lemon juice provides a burst of vitamin C, supports digestion, and enhances mineral absorption. It also adds a light, refreshing tang that brightens the dish.

🥒 Cucumber

Naturally hydrating and cooling, cucumbers are low in carbs and high in silica, a compound known to support skin elasticity and joint health. Their crunch balances the richness of avocado and chicken.

🌰 Walnuts

Walnuts deliver omega-3 fatty acids, particularly ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), which supports brain function and reduces inflammation. They also offer protein, fiber, and polyphenols that support metabolic health.

🍗 Chicken Breast Fillets

Lean and protein-dense, chicken breast supports muscle maintenance, satiety, and immune function. It’s an ideal protein source for low-carb, primal meals, especially when cooked simply in olive oil.

🫒 Olive Oil

Rich in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants like oleuropein, olive oil enhances heart health, reduces inflammation, and boosts the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins in the meal.

🌿 Mustard

Mustard is low in carbs and calories, yet delivers bold flavor and beneficial plant compounds like glucosinolates, which have natural detoxifying and anti-cancer properties.

🍯 Honey (or keto alternative)

Used sparingly, honey provides natural antioxidants and flavor balance. A keto honey alternative can deliver sweetness without the glycemic load, perfect for primal balance.

🥛 Yogurt

A great source of probiotics, protein, and calcium, yogurt helps support gut health, immunity, and digestion—especially beneficial in a creamy dressing.

🥄 Mayonnaise

When chosen wisely (or homemade with avocado or olive oil), mayo is a clean fat source that brings richness and satiety, with zero carbs.

🧄 Garlic

Garlic brings bold flavor and a wide range of health benefits, including antibacterial, immune-boosting, and anti-inflammatory effects. It also supports detoxification and cardiovascular health.

This salad is a complete primal-friendly meal that delivers both satisfaction and nourishment.