Description
Kachumber is a classic Indian cucumber salad made with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and a splash of lemon juice. It’s crunchy, tangy, and the perfect cooling side dish for spicy Indian meals.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cucumber, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato, red onion, and green chili.
- Add roasted cumin powder, salt, and lemon juice.
- Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish with Indian meals.
Notes
- Kachumber is best served fresh and not stored for long, as it releases water.
- For added crunch, add radish or carrot to the mix.
- You can adjust lemon and spice levels to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg