Sesame Free Classic Kachumber Salad
This bright, crunchy Indian salad is the kind of side dish that makes everything on the table taste better. Crisp cucumber, juicy Roma tomato, and sharp red onion come together with a hit of green chili and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice for a flavor combination that is bold, refreshing, and completely addictive. Chaat masala and ground cumin add that signature tangy-savory depth that takes it well beyond a basic chopped salad, and a handful of fresh cilantro and optional mint keep every bite lively. For anyone navigating sesame sensitivities, this recipe is a genuinely easy win — every single ingredient is a whole food or straightforward spice, with zero hidden tahini, sesame oil, or seed-based seasonings to worry about. It comes together in one bowl with nothing more than a knife and a good lime, making it as practical as it is delicious. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, rice dishes, or flatbreads, and don't be surprised when it disappears first.
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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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