Ingredients
– 2 large cucumbers
– 1 medium onion (preferably red)
– 1-2 scotch bonnet peppers (adjust based on heat preference)
– 1 bell pepper (any color)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
Creating Jamaican Cucumber Salad is a breeze. Follow these steps for a delicious result:
1. Prepare the Cucumbers: Wash and peel the cucumbers. Slice them thinly, either into rounds or half-moons.
2. Slice the Onion: Peel the onion and slice it thinly. If you prefer a milder onion flavor, you can soak the slices in cold water for a few minutes before adding them to the salad.
3. Chop the Peppers: Remove the seeds from the scotch bonnet peppers and finely chop them. Be cautious with the heat; start with one pepper and adjust according to your taste. Dice the bell pepper and set aside.
4. Halve the Tomatoes: Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to your mixing bowl.
5. Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, onions, chopped scotch bonnet peppers, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes.
6. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
7. Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the vegetables evenly.
8. Add Cilantro: Fold in the chopped cilantro for an added burst of flavor.
9. Chill: For the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
These steps will help you create a vibrant and flavorful Jamaican Cucumber Salad that is sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 2g