Description
A refreshing Persian salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, and a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized cucumbers
- 2 medium-sized tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Start by washing all your vegetables thoroughly.
- Chop the Veggies: Slice cucumbers, dice tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion.
- Mix in the Greens: Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, and parsley in a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Everything: Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Let it Rest: Allow the salad to sit for about 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.
- Taste Test: Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present the salad in bowls or on a platter.
Notes
For best results, use the freshest ingredients possible. Adjust salt and lemon juice according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Persian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Shirazi Salad, Persian Salad, Fresh Salad, Summer Salad