Anti Inflammatory Classic Kachumber Salad
Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with bright citrus heat, this Indian chopped salad is the kind of dish that makes you want to eat more vegetables without any convincing. Cucumber, tomato, and red onion form the crisp base, while lime juice, green chili, and fragrant spices like chaat masala and cumin layer in serious depth of flavor. Every single ingredient here pulls double duty — delivering bold taste and genuine nutritional value at the same time. Cucumbers and tomatoes are loaded with antioxidants, red onion brings quercetin to the table, and fresh lime juice adds a hit of vitamin C that helps the whole bowl sing. The green chili and cumin are both well-regarded for their role in reducing oxidative stress, making this more than just a pretty side dish. A handful of torn mint folded in at the end adds a cooling finish that ties everything together beautifully. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, so there's really no reason not to make it tonight.
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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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