Cucumber Ribbons with Tajin

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Cucumber Ribbons with Tajin

The tang of Tajin, which is a chili and lime salt mix brings out the sweetness in cucumber, making for a refreshing salad that cuts through a rich meal. Raw zucchini would make another nice variation of this salad. Top with a bit of chopped peanuts or other nut for a textural contrast.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Latin American, Mexican

Keyword avocado, dairy-free, easy, egg-free, fast, Latin American, mexican, no-cook, nut-free, salad, side, vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 149kcal

Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

1 cucumber sliced as thin as possible, I like to use a mandolin for this but a sharp knife will work as well
1 avocado sliced thin, optional
1 tablespoon avocado oil
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
Tajin seasoning to taste (you can make your own - see notes)
2 tablespoons peanuts chopped fine, optional, or toasted pumpkin seeds or almonds
1 calendula petals removed, for garnish, optional

Instructions

Toss the cucumber slices and avocado, if using with the oil and lemon juice. Arrange on a plate and season with Tajin. Adjust with more salt, if desired. Top with chopped nuts, if using and a sprinkling of petals.

Notes

To make your own Tajin Seasoning blend, combine:

• 2 tablespoons crystalized lime

• 2 tablespoons chipotle powder

• 1 tablespoon salt

• 1/8 teaspoon monk fruit, powdered, optional

Nutrition without peanuts: Calories: 121 cal, Carbs: 4g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 11g, Protein: 1g

Nutrition without avocado: Calories: 69 cal, Carbs: 3g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 6g, Protein: 2g

Nutrition without avocado or oil or peanuts: Calories: 9 cal, Carbs: 2g, Fiber: 1g, Fat: 1g, Protein: 1g

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