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Mexican Cucumber Salad

Zesty Mexican Cucumber Salad for a Fresh, Flavorful Bite

This Mexican Cucumber Salad combines fresh cucumbers and sweet corn with a zesty chipotle lime dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 to 3 pieces Persian Cucumbers Or substitute with regular cucumbers
  • 1 piece Orange Bell Pepper Any bell pepper can be used
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Green onions can be used for milder taste
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 bunch Fresh Mint Leaves Or substitute with cilantro
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can work as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar can lighten the flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Agave syrup can be used for sugar-free
  • 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder Substitute with paprika for a milder kick
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground Black Pepper
For the Garnish
  • 0.5 cup Cotija Cheese Or substitute with crumbled feta

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Salad tossers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and slice the Persian cucumbers into thin rounds. Dice the orange bell pepper and finely chop the red onion. Combine these in a large mixing bowl with corn kernels.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, red wine vinegar, honey, chipotle chili powder, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Toss gently to combine.
  4. Chop the fresh mint leaves and fold them into the salad gently.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle crumbled Cotija cheese over the top and toss gently to incorporate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor. Adjust chipotle chili powder to meet your spice preference.

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