Spicy Cucumber Relish
Add a burst of tangy heat to your dishes with this Spicy Cucumber Relish, a vibrant and refreshing condiment that’s perfect for summer meals. This quick and easy recipe combines crisp cucumbers, fiery red chilies, and zesty red onion with a tangy vinegar dressing infused with a touch of cumin and lime juice. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro adds an herby brightness to this versatile relish, which takes just 20 minutes to prepare and requires minimal cooking. Whether you’re topping grilled meats, layering it into sandwiches, or serving it as a flavorful side dish, this spicy cucumber relish is sure to elevate your meals with its perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and tanginess. Plus, it can be refrigerated and enjoyed for up to a week, making it an easy, make-ahead accompaniment for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumber
- 2 medium red chili
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon, and finely dice the cucumbers into small, even pieces.
Finely chop the red chilies and red onion. Include the chili seeds for extra heat, or remove them for a milder relish.
In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium-low heat until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, chopped red chilies, and red onion. Sprinkle in the ground cumin and toss to combine.
Pour the cooled vinegar mixture over the cucumber mixture and gently mix until everything is well-coated.
Chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the relish along with the lime juice for added freshness.
Transfer the relish to a clean glass jar or airtight container. Let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. The relish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Serve as a topping on grilled meats, in sandwiches, or as a side dish with your favorite meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2391 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1659 mg | 35% | |
*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.
