Mexican Cucumber Salad

Salads do not have to be boring. If you are not a big fan of the typical lettuce loaded salads, then you are in luck. Looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make salad for a summer day? You’re in luck because this Mexican Cucumber Salad is here to satisfy your taste buds.

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Say goodbye to boring salads that consist of just lettuce, and hello to a delicious mixture of fresh cucumbers, juicy corn, tangy lime, and flavorful spices. Inspired by the famous Mexican street corn, this salad is creamy, crunchy, and perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
The best part? You won’t need to turn on the oven to whip up this dish, making it ideal for those hot summer days. Follow this recipe and be prepared to wow your family and friends with a colorful and healthy salad that’s bursting with flavor.

This Mexican Cucumber Salad is a perfect summer salad that is free of leafy greens and easy to make. It combines fresh cucumbers with all the elements of our favorite tangy Mexican street corn, making it an irresistible summer side dish.

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Servings: 4-6

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons sour cream
• 1 tablespoon mayo
• ¼ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon chili powder

• 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• ¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Time to get cooking! Follow these simple steps!

How to :

1. In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, mayo, cotija cheese, lime juice and zest, minced garlic, and chili powder to create the dressing.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, thawed corn, chopped cilantro, and finely diced red onion.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve.

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Nutrition Information:

Calories: 110
Fat: 6g
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g

And there you have it! A refreshing and flavorful Mexican Cucumber Salad that is perfect for summer. It’s simple to make, healthy, and bursting with tangy and creamy flavors that everyone will love.
Serve it as a side dish for your grilled meat or tacos, or add a chicken breast to make it a complete meal on its own. Don’t forget to chill it before serving to enhance its crispiness and flavors.

We hope you enjoy this recipe and be sure to check out our other delicious O! Recipes for more inspiration.

Category: Salad, Mexican cuisine, Summer dishes, Gluten-free, Vegetarian, Side dish

You could also include subcategories such as: Cucumber salad, Corn salad, Lime dressing

Still have some questions? Here are the most frequently asked questions about this recipe:

FAQs:

Can I use regular corn instead of frozen corn?
Yes, you can use regular corn instead of frozen corn. Just be sure to cook it first and let it cool before adding it to the salad.

Can I use a different type of cheese instead of cotija?
Yes, you can use a different type of cheese such as feta or queso fresco instead of cotija.

Can I make the dressing ahead of time?
Yes, you can make the dressing ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to use.

Can I add avocado to this salad?
Yes, you can add diced avocado to this salad for some extra creaminess and flavor.