Cucumber Chili Salsa
Bright, zesty, and just the right amount of spicy, this Cucumber Chili Salsa is your go-to recipe for a refreshing yet fiery condiment. Featuring crisp English cucumber, bold red chilies, and a vibrant blend of red onion, cilantro, and fresh lime juice, this salsa strikes the perfect balance of crunch, acidity, and heat. A drizzle of olive oil ties all the flavors together, while a hint of garlic rounds out the complexity. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salsa is ideal as a cooling counterpart to grilled meats, a zippy topping for tacos, or a fresh dip for your favorite tortilla chips. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to elevate a weeknight meal, this cucumber chili salsa delivers flavor-packed versatility.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 small Red chilies
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Garlic clove
Instructions
Wash the cucumber, red chilies, cilantro, and lime thoroughly under running water.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes. Place the diced cucumber in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red chilies, removing the seeds if you prefer less heat. Add them to the mixing bowl with the cucumber.
Dice the red onion into small pieces and add it to the bowl along with the cucumber and chilies.
Mince the garlic clove finely, or use a garlic press, and add it to the salsa mixture.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil and fresh lime juice over the mixture. Sprinkle in the salt and black pepper.
Gently toss all the ingredients together with a spoon or spatula until well combined.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lime juice, or chilies as desired.
Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats, tacos, or salads. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1190 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 554 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
