Description
A refreshing and zesty Mexican-style cucumber salad featuring crisp cucumbers tossed with lime juice, chili powder, TajÃn seasoning, and a hint of cayenne for heat. Perfect as a light snack or side dish, this no-cook recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and low in calories.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced into rounds or spears
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon TajÃn seasoning (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Garnish
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers: Peel the cucumbers and slice them into either rounds or spears based on your preference.
- Mix seasonings: Place the cucumber slices in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and sprinkle chili powder, TajÃn seasoning, salt, and cayenne pepper if using over the cucumbers.
- Toss to coat: Toss the cucumbers thoroughly so all pieces are evenly coated with the flavorful seasonings.
- Let flavors meld: Allow the seasoned cucumbers to sit for 5–10 minutes to absorb the vibrant flavors.
- Serve: Chill the cucumbers if desired, then serve garnished with chopped fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness.
Notes
- This refreshing snack can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish alongside your favorite Mexican meals.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more TajÃn seasoning or cayenne pepper according to taste.
- For a touch of sweetness, consider drizzling a bit of chamoy or sprinkling a small amount of sugar over the cucumbers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
