PCOS Friendly Classic Kachumber Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(27)

Bright, crunchy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this classic Indian chopped salad is the kind of dish that makes healthy eating feel genuinely exciting. Cucumber, Roma tomato, and red onion form the crisp base, while chaat masala and ground cumin add that signature tangy-savory depth you just can't get from a plain green salad. A generous hit of fresh lime juice ties everything together and keeps the whole bowl feeling light and vibrant. For anyone managing hormonal health through diet, this salad checks a lot of boxes — it's loaded with anti-inflammatory vegetables, naturally low in refined carbohydrates, and completely free of added sugars or processed ingredients. The green chili brings a gentle heat that wakes up your palate, and the optional fresh mint takes it from simple to seriously refreshing. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a mixing bowl, making it an easy go-to alongside grilled proteins or lentil dishes. Eat it right away for maximum crunch — this one is best enjoyed fresh.

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Ingredients

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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