Cucumber Sambol Pipinja Sambola
Brighten up your table with the refreshing and zesty flavors of Cucumber Sambol—known as Pipinja Sambola in Sri Lanka. This quick and easy no-cook recipe combines finely chopped cucumber, red onion, juicy tomatoes, green chili, and creamy freshly grated coconut for a vibrant, textural delight. The dish is elevated with a squeeze of fresh lime, a hint of salt and pepper, and optional Maldivian dried fish flakes for a savory, umami twist. Perfect as a cooling side dish, this sambol pairs beautifully with rice, curries, or flatbreads, offering a burst of tropical freshness in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a simple, gluten-free, and nutrient-packed addition to any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Red onion
- 50 grams Fresh coconut (grated)
- 1 small Green chili
- 1 small Tomato
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Maldivian dried fish flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cucumber thoroughly and peel the skin if desired. Slice it in half lengthwise and use a spoon to remove the seeds. Finely chop the cucumber into small cubes and transfer to a mixing bowl.
Peel and finely slice the red onion into thin rings or small pieces, depending on your preference. Add it to the bowl with the cucumber.
Thinly slice the green chili and dice the tomato into small pieces. Add both to the mixing bowl.
Add the freshly grated coconut to the mixing bowl. If using Maldivian dried fish flakes for an extra umami flavor, add them now.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze its juice over the ingredients. Be sure to remove any seeds.
Add the salt and black pepper to the bowl and gently mix all the ingredients until everything is evenly combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve immediately as a side dish with rice, curries, or flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 18.0 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2226 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
