Middle Eastern Style Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Middle Eastern Style Salad is the perfect addition to your table, whether as a refreshing side dish or a light, standalone delight. Featuring crisp English cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and a delicate balance of finely chopped parsley and mint, this salad captures the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine in every bite. A zesty dressing of lemon juice and olive oil, accented with the tangy spice of sumac, ties it all together for a dish that is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or a quick, healthy lunch. Vegan, gluten-free, and endlessly versatile, it’s a surefire way to add fresh flavor to your menu!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 cup, finely chopped Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped Fresh mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sumac (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables and herbs thoroughly.

Step 2

Dice the cucumber into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Cut the tomatoes into small cubes, discarding the seeds if desired, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumber and tomatoes.

Step 5

Chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves finely, making sure to remove any tough stems, and add the herbs to the mixture.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, sumac (if using), salt, and black pepper to create the salad dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and herbs in the mixing bowl, then toss everything together gently until well combined.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or sumac to your preference.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and serve immediately for the freshest flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	932.3 grams (932.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	626

Total Fat 44.90g	58%
Saturated Fat 6.70g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1250mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 55.80g	20%
Dietary Fiber 18.90g	68%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 13.50g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 563mg	43%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2497mg	53%

*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: 59.3%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 32.8%