Taco Cucumber Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Taco Cucumber Salad, the perfect fusion of crisp, refreshing vegetables and bold, zesty seasoning. This effortless no-cook recipe combines crunchy English cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, earthy black beans, sweet corn kernels, and aromatic cilantro—creating a feast of textures and colors. Tossed in a tangy lime and olive oil dressing infused with taco seasoning, this salad is elevated with the rich creaminess of shredded cheddar cheese and a crave-worthy crunch from crushed tortilla chips. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free and nutrient-packed dish is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck essential. Thriving with bold Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s a dazzling showcase of healthy ingredients and irresistible flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup (cooked, rinsed, and drained) Black beans
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large (juiced) Lime
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup (crushed, for garnish) Tortilla chips
Instructions
Wash and dry all fresh produce.
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and add them to a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Finely dice half of the red onion and add it to the salad.
Add the cooked and rinsed black beans, sweet corn kernels, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the salad.
Garnish with crushed tortilla chips right before serving for added crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.8 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 3817 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.3 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.5 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 701 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2000 mg | 43% | |
*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.
