Eggless Classic Kachumber Salad
Bright, crunchy, and bursting with bold 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 finely diced alongside red onion and a hit of fresh green chili, creating a texture that's refreshing and satisfying in every bite. Chaat masala is the real secret weapon here — that tangy, slightly funky spice blend ties the whole bowl together in a way that plain salt and pepper simply can't. A generous squeeze of fresh lime juice coats every piece and keeps things lively, while cilantro and optional torn mint add an herby lift that feels genuinely restaurant-quality. Since this salad is built entirely from fresh vegetables, aromatics, and spices, it's naturally free from eggs without any substitutions or workarounds needed. It comes together in one bowl with nothing more than a knife and a good toss, making it an effortless addition to weeknight dinners, grilled mains, or a spread of Indian dishes. Serve it immediately so the vegetables stay crisp and the lime juice stays bright.
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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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