Cucumber Jalapeno Salad
This easy cucumber jalapeno salad is a refreshing summer salad. Lime juice and jalapeno give crisp cucumber a savory flavor plus mild heat.
Servings 2 Servings
Calories 124kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers
- 6 slices jalapeno or as required
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers and jalapeno into thin rounds. Remove the seeds and the pith for a milder heat.
- Combine sliced cucumbers, jalapeno, red onion, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Toss until well lemon juice and the salt coates the cucumber slices thour
- Serve immediately or as chilled.
Notes
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- To Store: For the best flavors, enjoy this cucumber jalapeno salad within a few hours of making it. However, if you have any leftovers, transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
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- To Freeze: The crunchy cucumbers and fresh herbs don't freeze well and will lose their freshness and texture when thawed. I would not recommend freezing this salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 306mg | Potassium: 1117mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 3154IU | Vitamin C: 334mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg