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Cucumber Chow

A crisp and fiery salad featuring cucumbers tossed with garlic, culantro, lime juice, and Scotch bonnet pepper.

15 minEasyServes 425 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 large English cucumbers, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup culantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, finely minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, ground

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 2 large sliced English cucumbers in a large mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped culantro leaves, and 1/2 finely minced Scotch bonnet pepper to the bowl.

  3. 3

    Pour in 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, then season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.

  4. 4

    Toss everything thoroughly to coat, then let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

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Questions

How long does Cucumber Chow take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Toss everything thoroughly to coat, then let sit for 15 minutes before serving."

What can I use instead of Scotch bonnet in Cucumber Chow?

The entry for Cucumber Chow calls for 1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, finely minced. In its place: Habanero has the same heat and a similar fruitiness. For much less heat, use a jalapeno and a strip of orange bell pepper.

Can I make Cucumber Chow less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Cucumber Chow comes from 1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, finely minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the pepper, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

How many calories are in Cucumber Chow?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 25 calories, with 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 300 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Cucumber Chow?

It is not a good candidate. Water seeps out of the cucumbers as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Cucumber Chow just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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