Indian Style Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this Indian Style Cucumber Salad is the perfect combination of crunch and zest. Featuring crisp cucumbers, tangy lemon juice, and aromatic tempered mustard seeds, this quick and easy recipe is elevated by roasted cumin powder and fresh cilantro for authentic Indian flair. A touch of green chili adds a hint of heat, balanced by a subtle sweetness from a pinch of sugar. Ready in just 15 minutes with minimal cooking, this vibrant salad is a versatile side dish that pairs wonderfully with Indian curries, grilled dishes, or even as a chilled snack on a hot day. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option that doesn’t compromise on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 1 small green chili
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly, peel them if desired, and dice into small bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion, green chili, and fresh cilantro, and add them to the mixing bowl with the cucumbers.
In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, roasted cumin powder, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Pour this dressing over the cucumber mixture.
Heat the vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the mustard seeds and let them crackle for about 20-30 seconds. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
Pour the tempered mustard seeds and oil over the salad, and mix everything gently to combine.
Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve immediately or chilled as a refreshing side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1210 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1502 mg | 32% | |
*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.
