Diabetes Friendly Cucumber Salad Recipe

DR. RASHMI GR , MBBS, Diploma in Diabetes Management

Quick Prep: Cucumber salad takes only 10 minutes to prepare, making it a fast and easy option.

Ingredients: 1 cup finely chopped cucumber 1/4 cup chopped coriander 1 tbsp coarse roasted peanuts powder 1 tbsp roughly chopped roasted peanuts 1/4 tsp minced chilies Tadka of jeera (cumin seeds) and hing (asafoetida) Salt to taste 2 tsp lemon juice

Preparation: Mix cucumber, coriander, green chilies, and lemon juice. Top with chopped peanuts, peanut powder, and salt. Heat 1 tsp oil, add jeera; when it splutters, add hing, then pour this tadka over the salad. Just before serving, mix and add 2 tsp pumpkin seeds on top.

Nutrient-Rich: Cucumber salad features peanuts, providing essential nutrients, healthy fats, and protein.

Best enjoyed immediately after preparation for the crispiest cucumbers. Refrigeration for a maximum of 1 day is acceptable.

Flavorful Tadka: The tempering of jeera and hing adds a burst of flavor to the salad, enhancing its taste.

Pumpkin Seed Boost: Elevate the salad by adding 2 tsp of pumpkin seeds just before serving for added crunch and nutritional benefits.

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