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Home » Chili and Lime Cucumbers

Chili and Lime Cucumbers

by Mike Hultquist · Mar 18, 2019 · 7 Comments

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This Mexican recipe with chili powder, lime juice and cucumbers is very easy to make, and is perfect for an appetizer or quick snack.

Mexican Chili and Lime Cucumbers Snack - Recipe

This is an extremely simple dish to make, and is quite perfect as a party appetizer or introduction to brunch. Serve with champagne or a cold margarita if it isn't too early.

We like to make this when the garden is going crazy, or when our neighbors' gardens are going crazy. Seriously, we had to stop growing cucumbers because everyone else in the neighborhood is growing them, and everyone wants to give them away.

Why does the world need so many cucumbers? It's hard to complain since they are so delicious.

This is a great mini appetizer or snack with a spicy Mexican flair, depending on your choice of chili powder.

Chili and Lime Cucumbers

Let's talk about how we make them, shall we?

Ingredients Needed

  • 1 small cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Dash of salt

How to Make These Chili and Lime Cucumber Snacks - the Recipe Method

First, slice cucumber into thin slices. You can slice them as thick as you like them. I like them thinner, about a quarter inch thick or so.

Slicing the cucumbers

Next, drizzle with lime juice. Use fresh limes here if you can. They will give you superior flavor.

You can also use lemon juice for this recipe. Try them out with freshly squeezed lemons.

YUM!

Drizzling the cucumbers with fresh lime juice

Finally, sprinkle the cucumber snacks with chili powder and a bit of salt.

Sprinkling chili powder over the cucumber slices

Chili Powder Options to Use

I like to vary it up when I make these little Mexican snacks. Sometimes I will use pure ancho chili powder, or perhaps a morita powder, or even a nice blend of American chili powder. Try my homemade chili powder recipe for this.

Tajin seasoning is a good choice, too. It's a mixture of chili powder, salt, and dehydrated limes. Nice flavor for sure!

That's it my friends! Serve the up! I hope you enjoy your spicy snack time.

Mexican Chili and Lime Cucumbers Snack - Ready to eat

Try Some of My Other Popular Snack and Appetizer Recipes

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  • The Ultimate Texas Nachos
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  • Spicy Pumpkin Seeds
  • Homemade Spicy Snack Mix

If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you'll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media.

Don't forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I'll be sure to share! Thanks! -- Mike H.

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Chili and Lime Cucumbers - Recipe

This Mexican recipe with chili powder, lime juice and cucumbers is very easy to make, and is perfect for an appetizer or quick snack.
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili peppers, cucumbers, lime, recipe, snack, spicy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 16 minutes
Calories: 20kcal
Author: Mike Hultquist
Servings: 3
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Ingredients

  • 1 small cucumber
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Dash of salt

Instructions

  • Slice cucumber into thin slices.
  • Drizzle with lime juice.
  • Sprinkle with chili powder and a bit of salt.
  • Serve!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 20kcal   Carbohydrates: 3g   Sodium: 45mg   Potassium: 188mg   Fiber: 1g   Sugar: 1g   Vitamin A: 865IU   Vitamin C: 4.7mg   Calcium: 23mg   Iron: 0.7mg
Did You Enjoy This Recipe?I love hearing how you like it and how you made it your own. Leave a comment below and tag @ChiliPepperMadness on social media.

This recipe was updated on 2/24/2019 to include new photos. It was originally published on 5/19/2014.

Categories: Appetizers Tags: Chili Pepper Madness, chili pepper recipe, lighter fare and low calorie, low budget/inexpensive meals

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  1. Lanre Olaobaju says

    September 12, 2020 at 11:49 pm

    5 stars
    iAwesome!!! This recipe has given me another perspective on cucumbers, now I can eat it more without being bored or not out of compulsion ( trying to drop some weight because osteoarthritis of knee)
    I also added black pepper and a few peanuts.

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      September 14, 2020 at 7:54 am

      Thanks, Lanre! I love the addition of the peanuts! Very nice.

      Reply
  2. Amanda says

    August 02, 2019 at 12:29 am

    5 stars
    These were so good for a healthy snack. I used Cajun seasoning as I had it in the cupboard. Amazing. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      August 02, 2019 at 6:02 am

      Great, Amanda! Nice touch with the Cajun seasonings. I agree, I love this snack.

      Reply
  3. Ada Velgersdijk says

    April 03, 2019 at 4:55 pm

    Pure genius, Mike, pure genius!

    Reply
    • Michael Hultquist - Chili Pepper Madness says

      April 03, 2019 at 10:20 pm

      Thanks, Ada. =)

      Reply
  4. Rose Mary George says

    March 19, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    5 stars
    Healthy and refreshing!

    Reply

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