Description
This Tempting Mexican Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer. Combining crisp cucumbers, zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a hint of jalapeño spice, this salad is an explosion of flavors that complements any meal. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch, it’s easy to prepare and packed with nutrients. Enjoy a deliciously hydrating side or main dish that celebrates the best of summer produce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers (about 300g), diced
- 1 medium red onion (about 100g), finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper (about 15g), seeded and finely chopped
- Juice of 2 limes (about 60ml)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (about 10g), chopped
- Salt to taste (approximately ½ tsp)
Instructions
- Wash and optionally peel the cucumbers. Slice them in half lengthwise and cut into half-moons or cubes.
- In a large bowl, mix the diced cucumbers with the red onion and jalapeño.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Add chopped cilantro and salt to taste; mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg