Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 5 of 6 ingredients — the other 1 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 5 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Cucumber | 1/2 cup sliced (52g) | 16 |
| Lemon | juice of 1 lemon (48ml) | 12 |
| Cilantro | 1 tbsp chopped fresh (1g) | 1 |
| Salt | 1 tsp (6g) | 0 |
| Peppermint | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 fresh green chile, seeded and chopped (optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Directions
1.Use a sharp knife or a mandoline to thinly slice the cucumber. Arrange slices on a plate. Sprinkle with chopped green chiles, if using, then cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before ready to serve.
2.To make the dressing, add the cilantro, mint, lemon juice, salt and sugar in a small bowl and toss to combine.
3.Remove cucumber from refrigerator and place in a serving dish. Pour dressing over the cucumber and gently toss to combine then serve.
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Category: Recipes
Category: Recipes by User Elocina
Category: December 18, 2007
Category: December 2007
Category: Cucumber Recipes
Category: Cilantro Recipes
Category: Mint Recipes
Category: Salad Recipes
Category: Cucumber Salad Recipes
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