Thai Cucumber And Mint Salsa

This salsa makes a wonderful garnish for grilled fish. It can be used as a salad, garnished with grilled shrimp, bass or snapper, as well as chicken.

Ingredients

• 3 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch dice
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 small Thai chili pepper, seeded, deveined and minced
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• ½ cup fresh coriander, minced
• ½ cup fresh mint, minced
• ½ cup fresh basil, minced
• 2 scallions, rinsed and minced
• ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    74 calories; 3 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 2 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 10 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 3 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 300 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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Four servings

Preparation

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Cover and set aside in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper. Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.