Pork Free Classic Kachumber Salad
This bright, crunchy salad is a staple of Indian home cooking, and once you taste it, you'll understand why it shows up on tables alongside everything from dal to grilled meats. Finely diced cucumber and Roma tomato form the cool, juicy base, while red onion and a minced green chili bring just enough heat and bite to keep things interesting. Chaat masala and ground cumin add that signature tangy-savory depth you can't quite replicate with anything else, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice ties it all together beautifully. A handful of cilantro — and mint if you're feeling it — makes the whole bowl smell incredible before you even take a first bite. Every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based and free from any meat or animal products beyond what you choose to serve alongside it, so there's zero guesswork about what's in your bowl. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a mixing bowl, making it one of the easiest ways to add a fresh, vibrant side to any meal.
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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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