Indian Salad (Kachumber)

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber diced
• 2 medium tomatoes chopped
• 1 small red onion chopped (or yellow onion)
• 1 green chili finely chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar or lime juice
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, green chili, cilantro, and mint.
2. Add the lemon juice or vinegar, cumin, salt and pepper.
3. Toss well to combine, taste the salad and adjust seasonings to your preference.
4. This salad is best served immediately but can be covered and chilled for up to 2 hours and then served.