🥒 Refreshing Cucumber Pico de Gallo Salad

If you’re looking for a light, healthy, and quick recipe, this refreshing cucumber salsa is the perfect choice. A delicious combination of crisp cucumber, fresh red onion, fragrant herbs, and zesty lime juice creates a vibrant dish packed with flavor and freshness—all ready in just minutes!

✨ Perfect as a side dish for grilled meats, a dip for tortilla chips, or a tasty topping for sandwiches and tacos.

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 4

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 medium cucumbers, diced

• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 green chili pepper, finely chopped (optional)

• Salt, to taste

• Black pepper, to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Place the cucumber and red onion in a large bowl.

2️⃣ Add the parsley or cilantro and the chili pepper if using.

3️⃣ Pour in the lime juice and olive oil.

4️⃣ Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

5️⃣ Gently toss everything together until well combined.

6️⃣ Let the salad sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

💡 Tips

✔️ Use fresh, crunchy cucumbers for the best texture.

✔️ Add diced avocado for a richer flavor.

✔️ Chill the salad for 15 minutes before serving for extra freshness.

✔️ Serve cold for the ultimate refreshing experience.

😍 The Result

A light, crisp, and refreshing salad bursting with the bright flavors of lime, fresh herbs, cucumber, and red onion in every bite.