Mexican Style Cucumbers (Printable)

Refreshing cucumber slices with lime and chili seasoning for a quick, zesty snack.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced into rounds or sticks

→ Citrus

02 - 1 large lime, juiced

→ Seasonings

03 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (such as Tajín or regular chili powder)
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

06 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
07 - 1 tablespoon crumbled cotija cheese (omit for vegan/dairy-free)

# Directions:

01 - Place the sliced cucumbers in a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Drizzle the lime juice over the cucumbers.
03 - Sprinkle with chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese, if using. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in literally ten minutes with zero cooking required
  • The combination of cool crisp cucumber and zesty lime is pure summer refreshment
  • Endlessly customizable—add the heat level that makes you happy
02 -
  • These don't sit well—the cucumbers will release water and get soggy after an hour
  • If you need to prep ahead, keep everything separate and toss right before serving
03 -
  • Use a vegetable peeler to create decorative stripes on the cucumbers before slicing
  • Let the dressed cucumbers sit for just 5 minutes before serving—the flavors meld beautifully

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