Carrageenan Free Classic Kachumber Salad
Bright, crunchy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Indian chopped salad is the kind of side dish that makes everything on the table taste better. Crisp cucumber and juicy Roma tomato get tossed with red onion, green chili, and a generous hit of lime juice for a combination that's refreshing and just a little fiery. Chaat masala and ground cumin bring that unmistakable tangy-savory depth that elevates this far beyond a basic salad. A handful of cilantro and optional fresh mint round it all out with an herby finish that keeps every bite lively. For anyone navigating carrageenan concerns, packaged dressings and store-bought condiments are often the hidden culprit — this recipe sidesteps all of that entirely. Every single ingredient here is a whole food you can pick up and inspect yourself, with no processed additives or thickeners anywhere in sight. Just toss, season, and serve immediately for the best texture and the most vibrant flavors.
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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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