Fresh Moroccan Salad
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly refreshing, this Fresh Moroccan Salad is a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavors! Made with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a hint of red onion, this salad gets its aromatic flair from fresh parsley, cooling mint, and warm spices like cumin and paprika. Tossed in a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing, it’s the perfect balance of bold yet light flavors that make it ideal as an appetizer, a side dish, or even a standalone light meal. Best of all, it comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a quick and healthy option for any occasion. Perfect for summer dining or as a complement to your favorite Moroccan-inspired dishes, this versatile salad is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 bunch parsley
- 0.25 bunch mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Dice the cucumber and tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumber and tomatoes.
Step 4
Chop the parsley and mint leaves finely, then stir them into the vegetable mix.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the vegetable and herb mixture. Toss everything gently to combine and evenly coat the vegetables in the dressing.
Step 7
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve the salad fresh, either as an appetizer or as a side to your favorite Moroccan main dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 558.4 grams (558.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 468 |
| Total Fat 43.20g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat 6.30g | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1194mg | 52% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.70g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.10g | 18% |
| Total Sugars 10.30g | |
| Protein 4.60g | 9% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 171mg | 13% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 884mg | 19% |
Source of Calories