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Cucumber Jalapeno Salad

Zesty Cucumber Jalapeno Salad for Summer Refreshment

This Cucumber Jalapeno Salad is a refreshing and spicy summer dish that's perfect for outdoor gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers Sliced into thin rounds
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Peppers Sliced; seeds removed for milder taste
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash all fresh ingredients thoroughly.
  2. Slice the English cucumbers into thin rounds.
  3. Cut the jalapeño peppers into rounds, removing seeds for a milder spice.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion.
  5. Chop fresh cilantro and combine it with sliced onion, cucumbers, and jalapeños in a mixing bowl.
  6. Gently toss the mixture to evenly distribute all ingredients.
  7. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad and sprinkle salt.
  8. Toss again until well coated, then serve immediately or chill for 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an even fresher taste, prepare ingredients separately and mix with dressing just before serving.

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