Taco Cucumber Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of a Taco Cucumber Salad, the perfect fusion of crisp, refreshing vegetables and bold, zesty seasoning. This effortless no-cook recipe combines crunchy English cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, earthy black beans, sweet corn kernels, and aromatic cilantro—creating a feast of textures and colors. Tossed in a tangy lime and olive oil dressing infused with taco seasoning, this salad is elevated with the rich creaminess of shredded cheddar cheese and a crave-worthy crunch from crushed tortilla chips. Ready in just 15 minutes, this gluten-free and nutrient-packed dish is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck essential. Thriving with bold Mexican-inspired flavors, it’s a dazzling showcase of healthy ingredients and irresistible flair!
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Ingredients
- 2 large English cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup (cooked, rinsed, and drained) Black beans
- 1 cup Sweet corn kernels
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large (juiced) Lime
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 cup (crushed, for garnish) Tortilla chips
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry all fresh produce.
Step 2
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and add them to a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Finely dice half of the red onion and add it to the salad.
Step 5
Add the cooked and rinsed black beans, sweet corn kernels, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Step 8
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the salad.
Step 9
Garnish with crushed tortilla chips right before serving for added crunch.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1388.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1220.8 |
| Total Fat 65.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g | |
| Cholesterol 60.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3817.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 135.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.5g | |
| Protein 39.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 701.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2000.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories