Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad)
Looking for a refreshing side dish that’s quick and easy to prepare? This Easy Cucumber Salad (Mexican Cucumber Salad) is your answer! Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this salad combines crunchy Persian cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet corn, all tossed in a zesty honey chipotle dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish is not only delightful but also incredibly versatile—ideal for potlucks, picnics, or barbecues. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, you can impress your guests with this light and flavorful salad that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Zest of one lime
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1–2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp EACH dried oregano, chipotle pepper, pepper, salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, diced orange bell pepper, diced red onions, cilantro, and any additional vegetables if desired.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic powder, apple cider vinegar, oregano, chipotle pepper, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1-3 hours to let flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg