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crisp cucumber salsa

Crisp Cucumber Salsa: A Refreshing Twist for Summer Snacking

Crisp cucumber salsa is a refreshing, low-calorie summer snack that’s perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 42

Ingredients
  

For the Salsa
  • 2 cups cucumbers finely peeled and seeded
  • 1 cup tomatoes diced, vine-ripened
  • 1/2 cup red onion sliced, soaked in water
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1 each jalapeno pepper seeded and chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro optional
  • 1 clove garlic minced
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt to taste
For Serving
  • 1 bag tortilla chips or fresh veggies

Equipment

  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely peel and seed the cucumbers, then chop them into small pieces. Dice the tomatoes, ensuring they're juicy and vine-ripened.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for 10 minutes if desired. Chop the parsley, jalapeno (seeded), and cilantro. Mince the garlic.
  3. In a food processor, add prepared ingredients. Pulse until desired chunkiness is achieved.
  4. Transfer to a bowl and stir in sour cream, lemon juice, and lime juice. Optionally add ground cumin and seasoned salt.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary with more lime juice or salt.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Serve chilled alongside tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 42kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, use an airtight container to store leftovers for up to 2 days.

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