Walnut Free Classic Kachumber Salad
This vibrant Indian chopped salad is a riot of fresh flavors — crisp cucumber, juicy Roma tomato, and sharp red onion all tossed together with a punchy lime dressing that wakes up every bite. A pinch of chaat masala and ground cumin give it that unmistakable tangy, earthy depth that sets it apart from your average garden salad. The minced green chili brings just enough heat, while fresh cilantro and optional torn mint keep things bright and aromatic. Every single ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess what's in the bowl. It comes together in one mixing bowl with nothing more than a knife and a couple of limes, making it one of the most effortless sides you can put on the table. Serve it immediately after tossing so the vegetables stay crisp and the lime juice stays lively — it's the kind of salad that disappears fast.
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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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