Skinnymixer’s Kachumber Salad features in the Sides of the cookbook SkinnyAsia 2.
Sometimes a rich curry just needs something fresh and crunchy alongside it.
Kachumber is a simple Indian salad of cucumber, tomato and onion. Our version is tossed through a bright lemon dressing with fresh coriander, mint and cumin, with optional green chilli for a little kick.
Best of all, there’s no cooking required and it’s ready in around 15 minutes.
What You Will Need
For the complete quantities, see the recipe in SkinnyAsia 2.
- olive oil
- fresh coriander leaves
- fresh mint leaves
- fresh lemon juice
- green chilli
- Lebanese cucumber
- red onion
- tomato
- cracked black pepper
- cumin powder
This page exists to help people find what cookbook the Kachumber Salad is in and also to provide a basic shopping list for when you are out and about and have forgotten your eBook or shopping list. (Handy I know!). Plus extra recipe information – tips, FAQs and videos.
What is Kachumber?
Kachumber is a fresh Indian chopped salad commonly made with cucumber, tomato and onion.
It’s crisp, light and tangy, making it a great contrast to rich curries, grilled meats and spiced dishes.
There are plenty of variations, but the beauty of Kachumber is its simplicity.
What to Serve with Kachumber Salad
We’ve included Kachumber in SkinnyAsia 2 because it works beautifully alongside so many of the Indian recipes.
Try it with:
- Slow Cooked Rogan Josh
- Chicken Biryani Bake
- Roast Tandoori Chicken
- Dal Makhani
It’s particularly good alongside rich or creamy dishes because the fresh cucumber, tomato, herbs and lemon help balance the meal.
Dietary & Recipe Variations
LOW FODMAP
Replace the red onion with spring onion greens as specified in SkinnyAsia 2.
HALVED / DOUBLED
This recipe can easily be halved for a smaller meal or doubled when you’re feeding a crowd.
Storage
Store Kachumber in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
For the best crunch, however, enjoy it within 1–2 hours of adding the dressing.
If you’re making it ahead, prepare the vegetables and dressing separately and toss together shortly before serving.
Get the Recipe
The complete Kachumber Salad recipe, including Thermo cooker and conventional methods, is available in SkinnyAsia 2.
From the Testing Team
- Mel C. – Really refreshing, a nice balance of flavours, I would increase the chilli a bit next time
- Krisha G. – This is a great easy salad. Made many times now!
- Donna C. – I made the Tandoori Roast Chicken and this delicious salad. The dressing is divine.
Will definitely be on rotation at The Manor! - Sarah M. – Omitted coriander as hubby hates it but this was incredible! Tasted like tabbouleh IMO. Very much enjoyed & finished mostly by just us 2 adults lol
- Veronica B. – Tested this today swapped out the coriander for Thai basil, because coriander is yuck
did half serve following the original instructions, turned out very nice and tasty! - Leia S. – Mr 19 has a lunchbox of leftovers. He will eat it all cold. The salad was delicious
Especially paired with the other sides & that incredible chicken. - Angie G. – The salad tasted delicious
It’s refreshing, zesty & yummy !! Paired well with the Roast Tandoori Chicken !! - Linda B. – Served with the Malaysian Red Curry Chicken. This could become my go-to salad; so fresh and cooling
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Want to know more about SkinnyAsia 2 cookbook?
SkinnyAsia 2 is a collection of Thermomix & Conventional cooking recipes. All of our cookbooks have a strong focus on Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Egg Free, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegetarian and Low FODMAP.
Ingredients
- olive oil
- salt
- fresh coriander leaves
- fresh mint leaves
- fresh lemon juice
- green chilli
- Lebanese cucumber
- red onion
- tomato
- cracked black pepper
- cumin powder
Instructions
- This recipe is exclusive to the SkinnyAsia 2 cookbook.
FAQs
Can I make Kachumber Salad ahead?
Yes. For the best result, chop the vegetables and prepare the dressing ahead but store them separately in the fridge. Toss everything together shortly before serving so the cucumber and tomato stay fresh and crunchy.
What can I serve with Kachumber Salad?
Kachumber is perfect with curries, tandoori chicken, biryani and grilled meats. In SkinnyAsia 2, we especially recommend it with Slow Cooked Rogan Josh, Chicken Biryani Bake, Roast Tandoori Chicken and Dal Makhani.