Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad with cucumbers, corn, and zesty seasonings, perfect as a side dish or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Persian cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of Tajín or extra chili powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start by preparing your cucumbers. Slice them thinly to ensure maximum crunchiness.
- If using fresh corn, cook it briefly until tender, then let it cool. If using canned or frozen corn, just make sure it’s thawed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, corn kernels, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is well-coated.
- For added flavor, sprinkle a pinch of Tajín or extra chili powder on top before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavors.
Notes
Best enjoyed soon after making, but leftover can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days. For maximum crunch, store the dressing separately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, Mexican salad, refreshing salad, gluten-free side dish