Low Fat Kachumbari
Brighten up your meals with this vibrant and refreshing Low Fat Kachumbari, a classic East African salad bursting with fresh flavors and wholesome goodness. Made with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty red onions, this dish is elevated by a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a sprinkle of aromatic cilantro, and an optional kick from finely chopped green chilies. Perfectly balanced with a light seasoning of salt and pepper, this healthy, low-calorie recipe is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required. Serve it as a side dish, salad, or topping for grilled meats and rice dishes to add a fresh, tangy twist to your plate. Perfect for clean eating and packed with crunch and nutrients, this low-fat version of kachumbari is as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Tomatoes
- 1 large Red onion
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 small Green chili (optional)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Begin by washing all the vegetables under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities.
Dice the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces. Place the diced tomatoes into a large mixing bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. If you prefer a milder onion flavor, soak sliced onions in the bowl of water for 5 minutes, then drain before adding to the salad.
Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise, scoop out any seeds, then dice the cucumber into small cubes. Add the cucumber to the mixing bowl.
Chop the cilantro finely and add it to the mixing bowl.
If you like some heat, finely chop the green chili, removing the seeds if you want less spice, and add it to the bowl.
Pour the fresh lemon juice over the salad and add salt and black pepper.
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly to combine, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed.
Allow the kachumbari to sit for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 2088 mg | 44% | |
*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.
