Cucumber Jalapeño Salsa
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Dive into this Cucumber Jalapeño Salsa that perfectly balances a light and refreshing crunch with the bold kick of jalapeños. It’s the kind of salsa that makes you want to grab a spoon and go to town; it’s absolutely delicious!
Whether you’re pairing the salsa with your favorite tortilla chips or topping off a dish, this salsa is a game-changer. Fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor, it’s the perfect addition to your summer cookouts or Sunday brunches. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be hooked!
Ingredients
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- Cucumbers: You can use 2 medium cucumbers or 1 English cucumber. Peel and remove the seeds before chopping.
- Onion: We like to use red onion for its spicy flavor, but you can use shallots, yellow onion, or even sweet onion.
- Jalapeño: We use one large jalapeño. Feel free to add more if you want a spicier flavor.
- Cilantro: Of course, you can leave this out if you are someone who finds it tastes like soap.
- Lime juice: We recommend using fresh lime juice over bottled.
- Salt: Adjust the salt to your taste.
How to Make Cucumber Jalapeño Salsa
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- Prep the veggies by chopping them into small bite-sized pieces.
- Toss the veggies with cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Tips For Success
- This recipe is super versatile and can be tailored to suit your taste and how you plan to use it. Whether you want salsa, relish, or a topping, feel free to dice the ingredients for a finer texture. If you’re aiming for a salad or prefer a chunkier salsa, chop your veggies into larger pieces. Trust me, using a veggie chopper really speeds up the process and keeps everything uniform and tidy. Plus, our trusty metal lime squeezer is a must-have to extract every drop of juice from your limes.
- Want to kick up the heat? Just toss in an extra jalapeño! If red onions aren’t your favorite, you can cut back to just half. No matter how you make it, we always end up loving the results! Enjoy experimenting with this recipe and make it your own!
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Cucumber Jalapeño Salsa
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Stir cucumbers, onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro, lime juice, and salt together in a medium bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition
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