Cinnamon Free Classic Kachumber Salad
This bright, crunchy Indian salad is a staple for good reason — crisp cucumber, juicy Roma tomato, and sharp red onion come together in a bowl that feels refreshing and alive with every bite. A hit of minced green chili brings gentle heat, while fresh lime juice ties everything together with a tangy punch that wakes up the whole dish. Chaat masala and ground cumin do the heavy lifting on flavor, and since both spices are naturally free of cinnamon, there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. Many spice blends sneak warming spices into the mix, but this recipe keeps things clean and straightforward with ingredients you can easily verify. Fresh cilantro and optional torn mint leaves finish it off with an herby brightness that makes the whole thing feel like something you'd get at a really good restaurant. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a bowl, making it an effortless side for grilled meats, dal, or really anything that could use a fresh, zesty counterpoint.
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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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