Alpha Gal Friendly Classic Kachumber Salad
This bright, crunchy Indian salad is the kind of side dish that makes everything on the table taste better. Finely diced cucumber, Roma tomato, and red onion come together with fresh cilantro, green chili, and a generous squeeze of lime for a flavor combination that is bold, refreshing, and impossible to stop eating. A pinch of chaat masala and ground cumin give it that unmistakable tangy-savory depth that sets it apart from a basic chopped salad. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, this recipe is a natural fit — every single ingredient is plant-based, so there is zero concern about mammalian products or hidden animal derivatives sneaking in. No meat, no dairy, no gelatin, just clean produce and spices. The optional torn mint leaves take it over the top if you have them on hand, adding a cool finish that plays beautifully against the heat of the chili. Toss it together right before serving and it is ready in minutes — simple, safe, and seriously satisfying.
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4 servings
- 2 medium cucumbers, seeded and finely diced
- 2 medium roma tomatoes, seeded and finely diced
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 small green chili (such as serrano or thai), finely minced
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp chaat masala
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, roughly torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced cucumber, tomato, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the minced green chili, cilantro, chaat masala, and ground cumin to the bowl and toss to distribute evenly.
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