Heart-Healthy Israeli Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with wholesome goodness, this Heart-Healthy Israeli Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs, perfect for any occasion. Featuring crisp English cucumber, juicy tomatoes, crunchy red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this nutrient-rich salad is elevated with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice for a light, tangy dressing. A generous sprinkle of fresh parsley and mint adds a burst of flavor while keeping the dish low in sodium and full of antioxidants. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a side dish, a light lunch, or a healthy topping for grilled proteins. Perfectly suited for those seeking a heart-healthy, Mediterranean-inspired option, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables and herbs thoroughly.

Step 2

Dice the English cucumber and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Dice the tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the cucumber.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper, dice it, and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and add to the salad bowl.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the bowl.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and herbs.

Step 9

Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 10

Allow the salad to sit for at least 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1014.1 grams (1014.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	479

Total Fat 30.70g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1232mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 52.10g	19%
Dietary Fiber 16.00g	57%
Total Sugars 25.80g
Protein 11.10g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339mg	26%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 2302mg	49%

*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: 52.2%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 39.4%