Cucumber and Mango Salad with Tajín

This Cucumber and Mango Salad with Tajín is a vibrant, no-cook dish that’s equal parts sweet, spicy, and refreshing. Perfect for hot days or as a palate-cleansing side!

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Salad

Prep Time: 10

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 70kcal

Ingredients

2 large cucumbers sliced
2 ripe mangoes diced
¼ red onion thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
2 tbsp lime juice
1 –2 tsp Tajín seasoning to taste
Optional: Pinch of chili flakes or jalapeño slices

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, mangoes, red onion, and cilantro.
Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently.
Sprinkle Tajín evenly over the salad and toss again.
Serve immediately or chill briefly for enhanced flavor.

Notes

Ripeness Matters: Use slightly firm mangoes for easier dicing.

Extra Crunch: Add jicama or radishes for texture.

Vegan-Friendly: This recipe is naturally plant-based.

Double the Batch: Great for parties—double the ingredients!

No Tajín? Substitute with a mix of chili powder + lime zest + salt.

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