A tropical cucumber salad is a perfect dish for those hot summer days when you crave something light, refreshing, and full of vibrant flavors.
It’s a versatile dish that can be easily modified to suit your taste or dietary preferences. Whether you’re looking for a healthy side dish for your barbecue or a quick lunch, this tropical cucumber salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber
- 1 mango
- 1 avocado in cubes.
- 2.5 tablespoon chopped cilantro.
- 2 teaspoon fish sauce
- lime zest of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper.
Instructions
cut 1 cucumber
take 1 mango and cut it in cubes
cut 1 avocado
chop some cilantro
mix all the sauces in a bowl
mix well
tropical cucumber salad is ready to serve
Substitutions
If mango is not available, you can use papaya or peach for a similar sweet and juicy texture.
Variations
Crumble some feta or goat cheese on top for a creamy, tangy contrast.
Storage
Tropical cucumber salad can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Top tip
Use fresh ingredients for better results .
FAQ
Yes, you can prepare the salad and dressing up to a day in advance. Keep them separate and combine just before serving to maintain the salad’s crispness. Store both in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
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