Cucumber Pico de Gallo

• English cucumber: I used an English cucumber for the taste and because of its thin skin. You could use another type of cucumber, but you will want to peel it first, and then remove the seeds. To try this without cucumbers, try my Pico de Gallo recipe.
• Grape tomatoes: I used grape tomatoes because I like the meaty, chewy texture. You could use cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, or any variety you like.
• Cilantro: To me, salsa just isn't salsa if it doesn't have cilantro, but I know for some people it tastes like soap. If you are one of those people you could use fresh parsley instead.
• Limes: Fresh lime juice is another ingredient that makes it salsa for me. If you can't use lime juice for some reason, you could use lemon juice instead.
• Serrano pepper: I used a serrano pepper because it adds a lot of heat for such a small package. If it's too spicy for you, you could use a jalapeño pepper instead, or leave out the seeds and ribs. If you want it even hotter, you could use a habanero pepper.
• White onion: I used a white onion, because I love the pungent flavor it adds, but you could also use a red onion or green onion.
• Salt: Enhances flavors. I like to use sea salt.

To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

💭 Tips

• For a spicier salsa include the seeds and veins of the serrano pepper. You could also use a habanero pepper if you want it really spicy.
• For less spice use a jalapeño pepper or take out the seeds and veins of the serrano pepper. You could also start with less than I've listed.

🍽 Serving

• As a dip: with tortilla chips or vegetables
• In tacos: like BBQ Tempeh Tacos or Cornmeal Baked Avocado Tacos
• Over a main: like Roasted Cauliflower Steaks or Maple Chipotle Baked Tofu
• On a veggie burger: like either Lentil Burgers or Vegan Black Bean Nacho Burger
• In a sandwich: a Baked BBQ Tofu Sandwich would be perfect!

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