Artificial Flavors Free Classic Kachumber Salad
This vibrant Indian chopped salad is all about bold, fresh flavors — crisp cucumber, juicy Roma tomato, and sharp red onion come together in a bowl that practically bursts with color. A minced green chili adds a clean, bright heat, while chaat masala and ground cumin bring that signature tangy-savory depth that makes this dish so craveable. Fresh lime juice ties everything together with a citrusy punch, and a handful of cilantro (plus optional mint) keeps every bite tasting lively and garden-fresh. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no need to squint at a label hunting for artificial flavor additives hiding in a spice blend or dressing packet. It's the kind of salad that proves you don't need anything synthetic to build serious flavor — just good produce and the right spices. Serve it immediately after tossing so the vegetables stay crisp and the lime juice stays bright rather than pooling at the bottom.
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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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