Best 9 Mandarin Cucumber Salsa Recipes

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Mandarin cucumber salsa is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can add a zesty kick to any meal. It is a perfect way to use up fresh cucumbers and mandarin oranges, and it is also a healthy and delicious snack. The combination of sweet, tangy, and salty flavors makes this salsa irresistible, and it can be enjoyed with chips, tacos, burritos, or even just as a dip. If you are looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, then mandarin cucumber salsa is definitely worth a try.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MANDARIN SALSA



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Sweet mandarin oranges temper the boldness of cilantro, jalapeno and onion in this salsa, creating an impressive and colorful combination. -Yvonne Opp, Greenville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large sweet onion, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 can (15 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Gently stir in mandarin oranges. Chill until serving. Drain before serving if necessary. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER FRUIT SALSA



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Our garden always gives us way more cucumbers and tomatoes than we know what to do with. But we've learned how to handle the unexpected with a surprise of our own. This is our pretty, fresh way to use up the bounty. -Anna Davis, Springfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 24 servings (1/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large cucumber, finely chopped
2 medium green peppers, finely chopped
2 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 small navel orange, segmented and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 medium peach, peeled and finely chopped
1 small banana, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Just before serving, stir in peach and banana.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 15 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CUCUMBER SALSA



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This is fresh and crunchy. Almost all the ingredients come straight from the garden. A great use for those surplus cucumbers and tomatoes-you can only make so many pickles, right?! Cook time is chill time.

Provided by Kaarin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium cucumbers, peeled,seeded,chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded,minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced
2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl stir together all ingredients.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least one hour.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 99.6, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 0.7

CUCUMBER SALSA



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Diced cucumbers make a great base for a fresh and crisp salsa that can be used in a variety of ways. Try it as a dip or served on fish tacos.

Provided by Kristina Vanni

Categories     Side Dish     Snack     Appetizer

Time 41m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups diced English cucumber (about 1 large English cucumber)
3/4 cup diced tomato (from about 2 Roma tomatoes, seeded)
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup minced jalapeño pepper (seeded and cored)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated lime zest
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Tortilla chips, to serve

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large bowl combine the cucumber, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Toss to combine.
  • Add lime juice, zest, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin and toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve cucumber salsa with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 81 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 0 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

FRESH AND LIGHT CUCUMBER SALSA



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This is such a fresh and light salsa. I made this one day when I needed some extra ingredients and decided to throw some cucumbers in. I now make this for every picnic or party I go to. It is requested. Wherever I am, I have to give the recipe to someone. I keep this in my fridge at all times and all my kids love it. A great way to get them to eat their veggies.

Provided by Cori Munafo

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Tomato Salsa Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
3 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and chopped
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped (or more to taste)
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
¼ cup chopped onion, or to taste
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced, or to taste
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • Mix together diced tomatoes and green chiles, cucumbers, roma tomatoes, cilantro, onion, jalapeno pepper and kosher salt in a bowl. Serve immediately; for best flavor, chill for at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.7 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 190.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

COOL CUCUMBER SALSA



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A great way to use all those cucumbers you get from your plants! A little zing from the jalapeno and a burst of lime add a fresh taste to cucumbers in this refreshing fresh salsa.

Provided by DAWNIE1219

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 medium cucumbers - peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon dried dill weed
½ teaspoon salt
1 (12 ounce) package tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cucumbers, tomatoes, green pepper, jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, lime juice, parsley, cilantro, dill, and salt. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 217.2 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

THAI CUCUMBER AND MINT SALSA



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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.

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, side dish

Time P2DT2h5m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

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
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup fresh coriander, minced
1/2 cup fresh mint, minced
1/2 cup fresh basil, minced
2 scallions, rinsed and minced
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 79, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 302 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MANGO CUCUMBER SALSA



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Yield Makes 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 firm-ripe small mango
1/3 English cucumber
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallion
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Peel mango and cut flesh from pit. Cut mango into 1/4-inch dice and transfer to a small bowl. Halve and seed cucumber. Cut cucumber into 1/4-inch dice and add to mango. Stir in remaining ingredients until combined well and season with salt and pepper.

MANDARIN-CUCUMBER SALSA



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Serve this over fried or grilled fish, grilled chicken, or pork. A handy salsa when you have no fresh fruit. Jicama makes an even crunchier, sweeter salsa, if you can get it.

Provided by zeldaz51

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges in juice, drained and coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
3/4 cup diced cucumbers or 3/4 cup jicama
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
3 -4 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon olive oil
salt, pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon red chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.9, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 26, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 31.9, Protein 3.1

Tips:

  • Choose ripe cucumbers: Look for cucumbers that are firm and have a deep green color. Avoid cucumbers that are yellow or have blemishes.
  • Slice the cucumbers thinly: This will help the salsa to be more flavorful and easier to eat.
  • Use fresh cilantro: Cilantro adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the salsa. If you can't find fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Use a variety of peppers: You can use any type of pepper you like for this salsa. Some good options include jalapeños, serranos, and poblanos. If you want a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the peppers before chopping them.
  • Adjust the amount of lime juice to taste: Some people like their salsa more tart than others. Start with a small amount of lime juice and add more to taste.
  • Serve the salsa chilled: This will help to keep it refreshing and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Mandarin cucumber salsa is a delicious and refreshing salsa that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it mild or spicy, this salsa is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer or side dish, give mandarin cucumber salsa a try. You won't be disappointed!

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