Description
Refresh your palate with this vibrant Mexican Cucumber Salad, a perfect side dish for any occasion. This salad combines crisp cucumbers, zesty lime juice, spicy chili powder, and aromatic cilantro to deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a light lunch, it’s quick to prepare and fully customizable with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy this healthy dish that’s sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced (about 2 medium cucumbers)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, chili powder, and salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers and chopped cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg