Mediterranean Diet Friendly Classic Kachumber Salad
Fresh vegetables, bright citrus, and warming spices come together in this vibrant chopped salad that feels as lively as it tastes. Cucumber, Roma tomato, and red onion form the crisp backbone, while lime juice does the heavy lifting in place of any oil-based dressing — keeping things light and genuinely refreshing. A pinch of chaat masala and ground cumin add just enough depth to make this feel like more than a simple side, and the optional mint takes it somewhere almost cooling and floral. This kind of produce-forward, minimally processed dish is exactly what a plant-rich eating style is built around — whole ingredients, bold flavor, nothing unnecessary. A finely minced green chili brings gentle heat that wakes up every other element without overwhelming the bowl. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a mixing bowl, making it an effortless addition to any spread. Serve it immediately so the vegetables stay crisp and the lime 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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