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Zesty Mexican Cucumber Salad

Zesty Mexican Cucumber Salad for Refreshing Summer Bites

This Zesty Mexican Cucumber Salad is a quick, refreshing treat that comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 units seedless cucumber For perfect crunch.
  • 1 cup corn Fresh or thawed frozen works best.
  • 1 unit red bell pepper Can swap with orange bell pepper.
  • 1 unit orange bell pepper Feel free to use any color.
  • 1 small red onion Substitute with green onions for milder option.
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro Omit if you're not a fan.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Fresh juice is essential.
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Avocado oil is a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to your heat preference.
  • salt Use to taste.
  • pepper Use to taste.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 unit jalapeño Use according to your spice tolerance.
  • 1 can black beans For added heartiness and protein.
  • 1 unit avocado Add just before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing all the fresh ingredients! Chop the seedless cucumbers, red bell pepper, and orange bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion and chop fresh cilantro. Combine all chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice with olive oil to create a zesty dressing. Add chili powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Whisk until emulsified and fragrant.
  3. Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped vegetables in your mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together, ensuring each piece is coated.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15 to 30 minutes to let the flavors marry together.
  5. Serve the salad cold in vibrant bowls or with tortilla chips. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Choose fresh seedless cucumbers for best texture. Allow to chill for at least 15 minutes for maximum flavor meld.

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