Achik Chuchuk (tangy Tomato And Cucumber Salad)

Achik Chuchuk is a refreshing and tangy salad from Uzbek cuisine, made with ripe tomatoes and crisp cucumbers. This simple yet flavorful salad is perfect for a hot summer day or as a side dish to accompany a main meal.

Achik Chuchuk (tangy Tomato And Cucumber Salad)

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1-2 hot chili peppers, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, sliced red onion, and optional hot chili peppers.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro and mint to the bowl.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil and white vinegar over the salad.
  4. Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
10 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
50 per serving
Carbohydrates
12g
Fiber
3g
Protein
2g
Fat
0g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Sharp knife Cutting board

Tools

Serving spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve Achik Chuchuk as a side dish with grilled meats, kebabs, or pilaf. It also makes a great topping for grilled fish or chicken.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, leave the seeds in the hot chili peppers. Adjust the amount of chili peppers to suit your heat preference.

Cost

$5