Comment on Indian Salad (Kachumber) by Little Sunny Kitchen

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This refreshing Indian salad is often served as a side dish with almost every Indian meal, and pairs so well with spicier curries and foods. Try it with Butter Chicken, Chicken Jalfrezi, Coconut Shrimp Curry, or Chickpea Curry.

Here’s what you need to make this Indian salad:

Ingredients needed to make an indian salad

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Vegetables and herbs diced small, in a large bowl before mixing the salad

This salad is best served immediately but can be covered and chilled for up to 2 hours and then served.

Close up shot of indian salad being served with a metal spoon

This Indian Salad tastes best when it’s fresh, so I do not recommend making it ahead. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge but it’s best eaten on the same day.

If you are making this a couple of hours before serving, that is fine but only add the lemon juice, salt, and spices right before serving.

It is believed that the word Kachumber comes from the Hindi word “koshumbri” or “kosambari,” which means a salad made with cucumber and other vegetables. Over time, the word “kachumber” emerged as a popular term for this type of salad, especially in the North Indian region.

It depends on if you add chili pepper to your salad and what type, and whether you choose to deseed it or not. You can also substitute the chili with red pepper flakes if that’s what you have on hand.

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Kachumber salad is a simple, refreshing, and healthy side dish that can be easily made with just a few fresh ingredients. Whether you enjoy it as a side dish, or possibly a light meal, I am sure that you will like the fresh flavors.

So why not give it a try and share your thoughts with me? making and enjoying this Indian salad, as well as any creative twists or pairing suggestions you may have.

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Kachumber Indian Salad is a vibrant and flavorful everyday salad that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The salad is made with staple ingredients that are fresh, bright, and delicious.

6 servings

Kachumber Indian Salad is a vibrant and flavorful everyday salad that originated in the Indian subcontinent. The salad is made with staple ingredients that are fresh, bright, and delicious.

This Salad tastes best when it’s fresh, so I do not recommend making it ahead. If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge but it’s best eaten on the same day. If you are making this a couple of hours before serving, that is fine but only add the lemon juice, salt, and spices right before serving.

Calories: 26kcal, Carbohydrates: 6g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0.2g, Saturated Fat: 0.05g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 223mg, Potassium: 208mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 440IU, Vitamin C: 11mg, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 0.4mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.