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Chicken Salad Cucumber Roll Ups

Light & Crunchy Chicken Salad Cucumber Roll Ups for Lunch

Enjoy these Chicken Salad Cucumber Roll Ups for a light and refreshing lunch option that’s customizable and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 roll ups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Salad
  • 1 lb Cooked, Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
  • 1/2 piece Red Onion Soaking in water mellows its sharp flavor.
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro Enhances freshness and adds flavor.
  • 1 piece Avocado Mash just before use to prevent browning.
  • 5 tbsp Cottage Cheese Drain beforehand to reduce moisture.
  • 3 tbsp Mayonnaise Adds richness and smooth texture.
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder For flavor depth.
  • 3 limes Lime Juice Brightens the overall flavor.
For the Cucumbers
  • 1 large English Cucumbers Ideal for rolling; thinner skins.
  • 2 tbsp Whipped Cream Cheese Spreads easily on cucumbers.
Optional Toppings
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning Adds a flavor boost.
  • Chipotle Hot Sauce For extra heat.

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • Mandoline or sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by shredding 1 pound of cooked chicken and soaking half a red onion in cold water for 10 minutes.
  2. Combine the chicken, soaked onion, chopped cilantro, and a mashed avocado in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a blender, mix together 5 tablespoons of drained cottage cheese, 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, the juice of 3 limes, and more cilantro until smooth.
  4. Slice the large English cucumbers into 1/8-inch thick strips and pat them dry with paper towels.
  5. Spread a layer of whipped cream cheese on each cucumber slice, then place a spoonful of the chicken salad at one end.
  6. Roll the cucumber slice up carefully, pressing gently to keep the filling inside, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Arrange the roll ups on a platter and optionally sprinkle Everything Bagel Seasoning and drizzle with chipotle hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2roll upsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure cucumbers are dry and chill the chicken salad mixture before rolling for better shape.

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