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Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad)

Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad)
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If you’re looking for a refreshing and vibrant addition to your meals, this Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad) is just the dish you need! Bursting with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty honey chipotle dressing, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also packed with flavor. Perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or as a light side dish on busy weeknights, this colorful medley is sure to impress everyone at your table. Best of all, it can be prepared in just 20 minutes and makes a delightful make-ahead option that tastes even better after chilling in the fridge. Enjoy every crunchy bite of this nutritious salad that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!

Ingredients

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  • 24 ounces Persian cucumbers
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup sweet corn
  • 1 orange bell pepper
  • 1/3 cup red onions
  • 2 tablespoons minced cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons minced mint
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • Zest of one lime
  • 1 tablespoon apple vinegar
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon EACH dried oregano, chipotle pepper, pepper, salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, diced bell pepper, and red onions. Toss gently.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, apple vinegar, honey, garlic powder, oregano, chipotle pepper, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 1-3 hours before serving for optimal flavor.
  5. Just before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

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