Description
Arabic Salad is a fresh, vibrant mix of finely chopped vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and parsley, dressed with lemon juice and olive oil. It’s a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, served as a side or mezze.
Ingredients
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- 2 medium tomatoes, finely diced
- 2 Persian cucumbers or 1 English cucumber, finely diced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, parsley, and mint (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or mezze.
Notes
- Chop vegetables very finely for the most authentic texture.
- Best consumed fresh, as the vegetables release water over time.
- Can be served alongside grilled meats, falafel, or hummus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg