Bright, crunchy, and bursting with fresh flavour — This Kachumber Salad is the kind of side dish that takes your meal from good to unforgettable. This Indian/Pakistani chopped salad combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, pungent onions, herby coriander, and a tangy citrus dressing, making it the perfect accompaniment to rich curries, grilled meats, or even picnic lunches. Ready in just 10‑15 minutes, no cooking required — just fresh flavours, vibrant colours, and satisfying textures in every bite.
Prep time: ≈ 10‑15 minutes
Cook Time: None
Serves : Serves about 4 as a side dish
📝 Fresh Ingredients You’ll Need
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- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and finely diced (optional)
- 2 medium tomatoes, deseeded & finely diced
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional; adjust to heat preference)
- Handful of coriander (cilantro), finely chopped
- Juice of ½ a lemon (or about 1 tablespoon) or 1‑1½ tbsp mild vinegar
- ½ tsp Salt, to taste
- ¼ tsp sumac cayenne or pomegranate powder (optional)
👩🍳Instructions:
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Prep the vegetables
Wash all the vegetables. Peel cucumber, deseed tomatoes. Chop cucumber, tomato, onion, and chili (if using) into evenly sized small cubes so texture is balanced. -
Combine
In a bowl, mix cucumber, tomatoes, onion, green chili. -
Dress
Add chopped coriander. Squeeze in lemon juice (or vinegar). Add salt and optional spices. Toss gently so everything is coated. - Rest briefly
Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes so the flavours meld. The salt also draws out moisture from tomatoes; if the salad becomes watery, drain some liquid or use it as a flavourful addition.
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- Serve
Best when fresh. Serve as a side with curries, biryani, grilled meats, or sow over wraps/sandwiches.
- Serve
📝 Tips & Variations
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To mellow the onion’s bite: soak chopped onion in cold water for a few minutes, then drain.
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Add extra crunch: diced bell peppers, grated carrot, radish.
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Herb twist: mix cilantro + mint combo for fresh herbal notes.
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Spice options: use chaat masala for a tangy, earthy seasoning. A pinch of roasted cumin powder also works well.
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Dressing swaps: lemon juice vs mild vinegar; adjust based on what you have.
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🌟 Nutrition & Diet Info
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Vegan, gluten‑free, no cooking required — perfect for light, healthy meals.
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Low in calories; high in hydration & micronutrients from fresh vegetables.
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