Kachumber Salad

Kachumber Salad is a simple, fresh, and crunchy Indian salad made with finely chopped cucumber, onion, tomato, and lettuce — seasoned with lemon juice, vinegar, and spices. It’s light, tangy, and the perfect side dish for any Indian meal.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• ½ cucumber – peeled and finely chopped
• 2 onions – finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes – finely chopped
• ½ lettuce – chopped
• 2 tsp lime juice
• 1 tsp vinegar
• ¼ tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper – to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables

   • Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water.
   • Peel the cucumber and finely chop it.
   • Finely chop the onions, tomatoes, and lettuce.
   • Place all the chopped vegetables together in a large mixing bowl.

2. Make the Dressing

   • In a small bowl, mix together Lime juice, Vinegar, Chili powder and Salt and pepper
   • Stir well until all the seasonings are combined.

3. Combine and Toss

   • Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped vegetables.
   • Toss everything gently until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
   • Taste and adjust salt or lime juice if needed.

4. Serve

   • Serve the Kachumber Salad immediately for a crunchy texture.
   • Optionally, chill it for 10–15 minutes before serving for a refreshing flavor.

Serving Suggestion

• Perfect as a side salad with Indian meals like dal, curry, or biryani.
• Can also be enjoyed as a light and healthy snack.