Orange Cucumber Relish with Chile Peppers and Mint
Bright, zesty, and full of vibrant flavors, this Orange Cucumber Relish with Chile Peppers and Mint is the ultimate accompaniment to elevate any meal. Featuring crisp, refreshing cucumber, juicy orange segments, and the perfect hint of heat from a red chile pepper, this relish strikes a balance between sweet, tangy, and spicy. Fresh mint leaves and a simple lime-honey dressing tie the dish together, while finely diced red onion adds a subtle pop of sharpness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a side dish, a refreshing salsa for grilled meats, or a topping for tacos. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a fresh, healthy flourish for your favorite dishes, this relish is a must-try.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Seedless cucumber
- 2 medium Oranges
- 1 small Red chile pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 medium (finely diced) Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Peel it (optional) and finely dice it into small cubes. Place the diced cucumber in a medium mixing bowl.
Peel the oranges, removing as much of the white pith as possible. Cut the orange segments into small pieces, making sure to remove any seeds. Add the orange pieces to the bowl with the cucumber.
Finely chop the red chile pepper, removing some or all of the seeds depending on your spice preference. Add the chopped chile to the bowl.
Add the finely diced red onion to the bowl for a subtle, sharp flavor.
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the other ingredients in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This will be your dressing.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber-orange mixture and toss gently to combine all the flavors evenly.
Let the relish sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a topping or side dish, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours to enjoy later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1194 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.2 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1091 mg | 23% | |
*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.
