Fresh Chunky Cucumber Summer Salsa
A refreshing and vibrant twist on traditional salsa, this chilled cucumber-based version offers a crisp texture with bright citrus and herbal notes. Ideal for warm-weather snacking, it pairs beautifully with chips or as a topping for grilled dishes.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 small white onion finely minced
- 2 firm cucumbers chopped into small chunks
- 2 –3 medium tomatoes diced
- 2 garlic cloves crushed or minced
- 1 small jalapeño pepper finely chopped (adjust quantity to preferred spice level)
- A handful of fresh cilantro leaves roughly chopped
- Juice from 1 large lime or 2 smaller ones
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Sea salt to taste
Instructions
- Place the diced tomatoes, chopped cucumbers, minced onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro into a large bowl.
- Drizzle the freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle in the ground cumin and salt.
- Stir the ingredients thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed and well coated.
- Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice, salt, or jalapeño for extra flavor intensity.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for a minimum of 30 minutes to let the flavors develop fully before serving.
Notes
Store any remaining salsa in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It will maintain its freshness for up to 4 to 5 days.