Indian Summer Salad

Bright, zesty, and packed with fresh flavors, this Indian Summer Salad is the perfect no-cook dish to brighten your table. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, crunchy carrots, and the vibrant fragrance of cilantro and mint, this salad is a celebration of summer's bounty. Tossed in a tangy lime and cumin dressing, and finished with a sprinkle of roasted peanuts for added crunch, every bite is a harmonious blend of textures and bold, refreshing flavors. Optional chaat masala and green chili add a signature Indian twist, making this salad a unique addition to your repertoire. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or a healthy, crowd-pleasing option for your next gathering. Great for those seeking vibrant summer recipes or wholesome Indian-inspired dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumber
• 2 medium Tomato
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Roasted peanuts
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chaat masala (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 small Green chili (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare all vegetables. Peel the cucumber and carrot if desired, and dice the cucumber and tomato into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Finely slice the red onion and the optional green chili (if using). Grate the carrot using a box grater or shred it into thin strips using a sharp knife.

Step 3

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Set aside a few leaves for garnish.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, tomato, red onion, carrot, cilantro, and mint.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chaat masala (if using), salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables and toss everything together to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Roughly crush the roasted peanuts and sprinkle them on top of the salad for crunch.

Step 8

Garnish with reserved cilantro and mint leaves, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Indian Summer Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1015.5 grams (1015.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	635

Total Fat 35.30g	45%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3670mg	160%
Total Carbohydrate 74.20g	27%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 39.90g
Protein 21.10g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380mg	29%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 2186mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 42.5%