Description
Mexican Cucumber Salad is a colorful, crunchy, and refreshing side dish made with cucumbers, corn, bell peppers, red onion, and cilantro tossed in a zesty lime-chili dressing. Perfect for tacos, BBQs, or a light lunch!
Ingredients
– 2 cups cucumber, sliced or diced
– 1 cup corn (canned, fresh, or thawed from frozen)
– ½ red bell pepper, diced
– ½ orange bell pepper, diced
– ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
– ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– ½ teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Optional: 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Chop all vegetables and add them to a large mixing bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over the veggies and toss until evenly coated.
4. Chill for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Serve cold and enjoy with your favorite Mexican meals!
1. Chop all vegetables and add them to a large mixing bowl.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over the veggies and toss until evenly coated.
4. Chill for 15–30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Serve cold and enjoy with your favorite Mexican meals!
Notes
– Use seedless cucumbers for best texture.
– Add avocado or black beans for a heartier version.
– Great as a dip with tortilla chips!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch
Keywords: mexican cucumber salad, cucumber corn salad, summer salad, lime chili cucumber salad, healthy side dish, fresh mexican salad