Crunchy Cucumber Salad
Introduction
Depending on how small you chop the veggies, this light summer side can be a salad or salsa. Pair the salad with grilled chicken or shrimp. As a dip, opt for endive, jicama slices, or lime tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Juice and zest of 2 limes
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 English cucumbers, diced (and peeled if you prefer)
1/2 red onion, diced fine (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno, seeds removed and minced
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 English cucumbers, diced (and peeled if you prefer)
1/2 red onion, diced fine (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 jalapeno, seeds removed and minced
Directions
Whisk together the lime zest and juice, pepper, and olive oil in a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients, and toss to combine. Serve chilled.
6 servings, 1 cup each
6 servings, 1 cup each
Number of Servings: 6
