Description
This Zesty Mexican Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish perfect for warm-weather meals and light snacking. Packed with crunchy cucumbers, sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, and zingy lime juice, it’s a perfect addition to your collection of quick breakfast, easy dinner, and healthy snack recipes. Whether you’re looking for fresh lunch ideas, colorful side dishes, or clean eating food ideas, this easy recipe is your go-to solution. Naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and easy to customize, it’s a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
1 cup cucumbers, sliced
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and dry all the vegetables. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Dice the red bell pepper and red onion finely. If using fresh corn, cook it briefly and slice the kernels off the cob. Drain canned or thaw frozen corn if using those alternatives.
2. Chop the fresh cilantro and optional jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat) finely.
3. Combine cucumbers, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño in a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to mix evenly.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Garnish with more cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Chill the ingredients before mixing for an extra refreshing crunch.
Always taste your dressing before pouring to balance acidity and salt.
For best texture, serve within 24 hours after mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg