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Cuernavaca Style Cucumber Salad Recipe

Mexican cucumber salad - A rustic, fresh-tasting, easy to make 4 ingredient Mexican Salad. Very refreshing with a distinct flavor. Popular in Cuernavaca, Morelos.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 73 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 3 cucumbers
  • 1 large white onion
  • 2 tsp. Mexican oregano
  • 4 Mexican limes
  • ½ tsp. salt + to taste

Instructions

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  1. Scrub the cucumbers and peel.
  2. Cut the onion into ¼" rings then cut the rings in half to make long strips.
  3. Slice the cucumber into ¼" rounds.
  4. Put the cucumber and onion into a large mixing bowl.
  5. Sprinkle with the 2 teaspoons of Mexican oregano.
  6. Squeeze the juice of the 2 limes onto the vegetables.
  7. Sprinkle with salt to taste.
  8. Gently toss the salad to evenly distribute the oregano, salt, and lime juice.
  9. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  10. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Preparation Notes
  • Substitutions
  • Serve chilled.
  • This is not a dainty salad. Be sure to cut cucumbers and onion are cut into substantial slices, about ¼" thick.
  • It's is best served the same day that you make it but it will keep for a day in the refrigerator.
  • Use Mexican oregano if possible. It has a stronger, sharper taste compared to the taste of Mediterranean oregano. Look for it in the Mexican section of the grocery store. It shouldn't be too difficult to find.
  • You can substitute 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar for the lime juice if you prefer.

Nutrition Information

Calories 73kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 300mg (13%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 73

% Daily Value*

Calories 73kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 300mg 13%
Sugar 12g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.