Cucumber and Pomegranate Salsa Recipe
This refreshing Cucumber Salsa combines the crispness of diced cucumber and red onion with the sweet burst of pomegranate seeds, balanced by the tangy zing of lime and a mild kick from jalapenos. Perfect as a vibrant dip served with crackers or chips, this salsa is a healthy, flavorful addition to any meal or party platter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 3 cups (serves 6 as a dip) 1x
- Category: Sauce/Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Salsa
- ½ small Red Onion, finely diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 large Pomegranates, sliced and seeds removed (about 2 heaping cups)
- ½ medium Seedless Cucumber, small dice (about 1 heaping cup)
- 1–2 medium Jalapenos, seeds, ribs, and stem removed & finely diced
- 1 whole Lime, juice and zest
- 1/3 Cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves, roughly chopped
- ½ teaspoon Granulated Sugar (or more to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Cumin
- Sea Salt, to taste (about ¼ teaspoon initially)
Serving Suggestions
- Crackers and Chips for dipping
Instructions
- Soak Onions (optional): Place the finely diced red onions in a medium bowl and cover with cold water. Allow them to soak for 15 minutes to mellow their sharpness, then drain thoroughly.
- Combine Base Ingredients: Return the drained onions to the bowl. Add the pomegranate seeds, diced cucumber, finely diced jalapenos, and lime zest. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- Add Seasonings: Pour in the lime juice, add the roughly chopped cilantro leaves, granulated sugar, ground cumin, and about ¼ teaspoon sea salt. Toss again to blend all flavors. Taste the salsa and adjust salt or sugar as needed to balance sweetness and acidity.
- Chill and Serve: For optimal flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for at least 1 hour to allow the ingredients to meld beautifully. Serve chilled with your favorite crackers or chips and enjoy.
Notes
- Soaking the onions is optional but recommended for a milder onion flavor that blends better with the fresh salsa.
- Use fresh pomegranates for the best texture and flavor; alternatively, store-bought pomegranate seeds can be used if fresh are unavailable.
- This salsa can be made a few hours in advance and kept refrigerated to deepen the flavors.
Keywords: Cucumber salsa, pomegranate salsa, fresh salsa, no-cook salsa, healthy dip, party dip
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