This quick & easy Cucumber Salsa is so light and refreshing. It’s made with a secret ingredient that not only saves you time but also packs a delicious flavorful punch. Eat it straight from the bowl with tortilla chips or serve it over tacos or taco salad. You’re going to love this twist on traditional salsa!
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There is nothing I like more than a big bowl of chips and salsa. It’s my go-to snack whenever I get the munchies. I don’t mind salsa from a jar but I absolutely love fresh salsa and pico de gallo. One of my very favorite salsas is this delicious quick & easy Cucumber Salsa. Chopped cucumbers and tomatoes are blended with onion, cilantro, and jalapeno for a refreshing version of traditional salsa. What sets this Cucumber Salsa apart, however, is one simple, secret ingredient that will save you so much time. Forget pulling out your jar of cumin. Out of lime juice? No problem! All you need is a packet of ranch dressing dry mix and some rice vinegar and you will have the perfect seasoning for this fresh, crisp Cucumber Salsa!
Quick & Easy Cucumber Salsa
Begin by peeling and chopping 3-4 fresh cucumbers, 6-7 Roma tomatoes, and 1 red onion.
Add the chopped veggies to a bowl and then add 1-2 chopped jalapeno peppers and 2 Tbl fresh, chopped cilantro. You can adjust the number of jalapenos you put in based on your preference.
Stir the packet of ranch dressing into the 1/4 c of rice vinegar then pour over the veggies. Mix well and refrigerate for about an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
And that’s all there is to it! It’s seriously that easy! Give this recipe a try the next time you’re craving some fresh, homemade salsa. I promise you won’t regret it!
What are some of your favorite types of salsa? Do you like mild or spicy? Let me know in the comments below.
Ingredients
- 3-4 cucumbers (peeled & chopped)
- 6-7 Roma tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 red onion (chopped)
- 1-2 jalapeno (seeded and chopped)
- 2 Tbl fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 pkg ranch dressing dry mix
- 1/4 c rice vinegar
Instructions
- Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro to a large bowl
- Stir the ranch dressing dry mix into the rice vinegar
- Pour the rice vinegar mixture over the chopped veggies
- Stir to combine
- Refrigerate for 1 hour
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