Azerbaijan Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Azerbaijan Salad is a healthy and refreshing dish that brings together the best of Mediterranean cuisine. Featuring juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, sweet red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated by the aromatic addition of parsley and dill. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, and a touch of salt and pepper, this salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it the perfect side dish for weeknight dinners or light lunches. Serve it immediately for a crisp and tangy experience, or let it chill briefly for the flavors to meld beautifully. Packed with wholesome ingredients and free of any cooking, this salad is ideal for those seeking a quick, nutritious, and flavorful recipe rooted in Azerbaijani culinary traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium tomatoes
• 2 large cucumbers
• 1 medium red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 bunch dill
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables and herbs thoroughly and pat them dry.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red onion and red bell pepper and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the parsley and dill, discarding any tough stems. Add the chopped herbs to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	252.6 grams (252.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	90

Total Fat 0.60g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1189mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 19.60g	7%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 9.70g
Protein 2.70g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 40mg	3%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 448mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.7%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 82.9%