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Kachumber Salad

Cultural Context

Kachumber salad hails from India, often served as a refreshing side dish to balance spicy meals. This vibrant mix of fresh vegetables embodies the essence of Indian cuisine, where salads are appreciated for their crunch and zest. Today, Kachumber is enjoyed not only in Indian households but also in various global settings, adapting to local tastes while retaining its fresh, tangy character.

IndianINside
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 large cucumber
2 medium tomatoes
1 medium onion
1 green chili
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
1/2 teaspoon pink salt
1 tablespoon olive oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cucumber

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Zucchini offers a similar crunch with fewer calories.

tomato

🥗Healthier: cherry tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are often more affordable and still flavorful.

onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: shallots

Shallots provide a milder flavor at a lower cost.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell pepper adds color and crunch without the heat.

1

Chop tomato into small cubes.

2

Chop cucumber into small cubes.

3

Soak chopped onion in salted water for 5 to 7 minutes, then rinse under cold water.

4

Add chopped cucumber, tomato, and rinsed onion into a mixing bowl.

5

Add lemon juice to the bowl.

6

Add 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder to the bowl.

7

Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to the bowl.

8

Add pink salt to taste.

9

Toss all ingredients gently to mix.

10

Optionally, drizzle olive oil on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

choppingmixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-basedgluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Indian Cucumber SaladKachumber

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