Mexican Style Cucumbers with Lime (Printable version)
Crisp cucumbers coated with zesty lime juice, chili powder, and salt for a refreshing Mexican-style snack ready in minutes.
# What you need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced into rounds or sticks
→ Citrus
02 - 1 large lime, juiced
→ Seasonings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (such as Tajín or regular chili powder)
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
07 - 1 tablespoon crumbled cotija cheese (omit for vegan/dairy-free)
# How to make it:
01 - Place the sliced cucumbers in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Drizzle the lime juice over the cucumbers.
03 - Sprinkle with chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese, if using. Serve immediately.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- Ready in literally ten minutes with zero cooking required
- That addictive sweet-tangy-spicy combo makes you forget you're eating something so healthy
- Perfect for those days when turning on the oven feels like a personal offense
02 -
- These need to be eaten within an hour of seasoning, or the cucumbers start releasing water and losing their irresistible crispness
- Don't skip the step of rolling your lime before juicing—I've tested it both ways and the juice yield is noticeably better
03 -
- The thinner you slice your cucumbers, the more surface area they have to absorb all those flavors
- If serving to kids or spice-averse people, serve the chili powder on the side and let everyone customize their own portion