This lemon herb chicken salad is a fast, high protein lunch that feels light on digestion and keeps cravings under control. Crisp cucumber, simple lemon dressing, and a filling protein base make this an easy weight loss friendly meal you can repeat all week.

For a simple digestion drink to pair with this salad, try my lemon ginger water.

Ingredients

Salad

• 2 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped or shredded
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 6 to 8 cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (optional)

Dressing

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Salt + black pepper
• Optional: 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian herbs

How to Make It

1. Add greens, cucumber, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes to a bowl.
2. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over the salad and toss.
4. Finish with pumpkin seeds if using.

Best Times to Eat This

• Lunch when you want to stay productive without feeling heavy
• Dinner when you want something filling but light
• Post workout meal if you prefer real food over shakes

Weight Loss Tips That Actually Help

• Keep chicken generous. Protein reduces cravings and helps you stay consistent.
• If you want fewer calories, reduce avocado to 1/4 and keep cucumber high for volume.
• If you meal prep, store dressing separately so the salad stays crisp.

Digestive Notes

Romaine is usually easier than some mixed greens. If raw greens bloat you, use more cucumber and reduce greens slightly.

Nutritional Information (approx, per serving)

Based on 1 cup chicken, 1/2 avocado, 1 tbsp olive oil, cucumber, greens, and optional tomatoes.

• Calories: ~520 to 650 kcal

• Protein: ~40 to 55 g

• Fat: ~30 to 45 g

• Carbs: ~12 to 22 g

• Fiber: ~6 to 12 g

• Net carbs: ~6 to 14 g

Why You’ll Love This

• High protein and low sugar
• Fresh and crisp, not heavy
• Easy dressing with pantry staples
• Great for meal prep lunches

If you want a more filling hydration option, try my cucumber lime chia water.

Material I Used

• Large salad bowl
• Small whisk or fork for dressing
• Meal prep container with a separate dressing cup (best for crunch)

Make Ahead and Storage

Store salad ingredients in a container up to 3 days. Keep avocado and dressing separate, add right before eating.

FAQ

Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes. It makes this even faster.

Can I skip the mustard?
Yes. The dressing will be simpler, still good.

Is this keto?
It can fit many keto styles, but it is best described as low carb.