Kacha Aam & Cucumber Salad
A light, refreshing Indian salad combining raw mango and cucumber. Tangy, crunchy and perfect as a healthy side for summer meals.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash the raw mango; peel the skin and slice or julienne into thin strips. Discard the seed. Place in a mixing bowl.
- Wash cucumber; peel if you like. Thinly slice or chop and add to the bowl with mango.
- Finely chop onion and green chilli (if using) and add to the bowl.
- Sprinkle salt, roasted cumin powder, red chilli powder and sugar or jaggery (if using). Toss everything gently but thoroughly.
- Add chopped coriander leaves, mix again. Taste and adjust salt or spice as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving for a refreshing chilled salad.
Notes
Use slightly firm raw mango (not overly sour) for best taste. If serving later, keep dressing and chopped salad separately to avoid sogginess. Serve fresh for crunch.
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