Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Cool Cucumber Salsa featuring crisp cucumbers, fresh tomatoes, and zesty jalapeño, perfect for dipping with crunchy tortilla chips. This chilled salsa combines fresh herbs and lime juice for a bright, flavorful appetizer or snack ideal for warm weather or any casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Herbs
- 2 medium cucumbers – peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
Seasonings & Others
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 (12 ounce) package tortilla chips
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients: Collect all fresh produce and seasonings as listed to have everything ready for quick assembly.
- Mix the salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, green pepper, jalapeño, onion, garlic, lime juice, parsley, cilantro, dried dill, and salt. Stir thoroughly to mix all the flavors evenly.
- Chill the salsa: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salsa for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and to serve it cool.
- Serve: When ready, serve the chilled cucumber salsa with tortilla chips for dipping as a refreshing appetizer or snack.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, remove seeds and membranes from the jalapeño completely.
- Adjust salt to taste based on dietary needs.
- Fresh herbs significantly enhance flavor; avoid dried if possible or increase quantity if using only dried.
- This salsa is best consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- Can be served as a side dish for grilled meats or as a topping for tacos and seafood.
