Zesty Mexican-Style Cucumber Salad with Fresh Herbs
A crisp, zesty Mexican-style cucumber salad with lime, chili, and optional cotija cheese, perfect as a side or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced or cubed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder or Tajín, adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
Optional: 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Optional: 1 teaspoon sugar or agave syrup
Instructions
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Slice cucumbers and optional vegetables.
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Mix lime juice, chili powder or Tajín, and salt; toss with cucumbers.
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Fold in optional cilantro, red onion, or cotija cheese.
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve immediately or chill briefly to meld flavors.
Notes
Adjust spice and acidity to preference; serve fresh for maximum crunch.