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Refreshing Indian Kachumber Salad with Lime and Cumin

Name: Refreshing Indian Kachumber Salad with Lime and Cumin
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup cucumber, finely diced; 1 cup tomato, finely diced; 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional, adjust to taste); 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; Lime wedges, for serving

This quick and easy Indian salad is packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and zesty lime, complemented by a hint of warm cumin – perfect for a refreshing side dish or light snack.

4.2(262 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 11, 2025

Refreshing Indian Kachumber Salad with Lime and Cumin — Salad served and photographed from above

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Kachumber

For the Dressing

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 55 kcal
Protein: 1 g
Carbs: 5.8 g
Fat: 3.6 g
Fiber: 1.2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 218 kcal
Protein: 3.9 g
Carbs: 23.2 g
Fat: 14.3 g
Fiber: 4.8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup cucumber finely diced	16	0.7	3.8	0.1	0.5
1 cup tomato finely diced	32	1.6	7	0.4	2.2
1/2 cup red onion finely chopped	32	0.9	7.6	0.1	1.5
1 green chili finely chopped (optional, adjust to taste)	6	0.3	1.4	0.1	0.3
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice	8	0.1	2.7	0	0.1
1 tablespoon olive oil	119	0	0	13.5	0
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin	4	0.2	0.6	0.2	0.2
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Freshly ground black pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves chopped	1	0.1	0.1	0	0
Lime wedges for serving	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Wash Produce
Wash all the fresh produce thoroughly.
2
Dice Vegetables
Dice the cucumber and tomato into fine cubes.
3
Chop Onions and Chili
Chop the red onion and green chili finely.

Making the Dressing

1
Combine Liquids
In a small bowl, combine the lime juice and olive oil.
2
Add Spices
Add ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, whisking together until well combined.
Tip: Use fresh lime juice for the dressing to avoid any bitterness.

How to Make Refreshing Indian Kachumber Salad with Lime and Cumin

Total time: 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Mix the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and green chili. Toss gently to combine.
2
Add the Dressing
Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss to evenly coat.
3
Adjust Seasoning
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preference.