Cucumber Relish Recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds 

2 cucumbers 

2 celery stalks, finely chopped 

1 bunch scallions, white and light-green parts, thinly sliced 

2 poblano chiles or green bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped 

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 

Coarse salt 

Preparation

Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds; toast, stirring, until they are lightly browned. Transfer to a small bowl; let cool.

Peel and seed the cucumbers, and cut into 1/4-inch dice. Place in a large bowl, and add celery, scallions, poblano chiles, cilantro, lemon juice, and toasted cumin seeds. Season with salt, and serve immediately.