Tahina Parsley Salad

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and creamy Tahina Parsley Salad, a refreshing Middle Eastern-inspired dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Bursting with fresh flavors, this salad combines finely chopped parsley, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty green onions, all brought together with a luscious tahini dressing infused with garlic, lemon juice, ground cumin, and extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 15 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s the perfect side dish to complement grilled meats, falafel, or your favorite pita bread. The velvety tahini dressing not only enhances the natural flavors of the fresh vegetables but also adds a satisfying richness to every bite. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or enjoying a simple family meal, this salad will impress with its vibrant colors, bold flavors, and irresistible creamy finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons tahini
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 2 stalks green onion

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the parsley thoroughly and pat it dry with a paper towel. Finely chop the parsley and transfer it to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, chop it into small cubes, and place it in the bowl with the parsley and tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the green onions and mix them into the salad bowl with the other vegetables.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, combine the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and ground cumin.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches a smooth and pourable consistency.

Step 7

Pour the tahini dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	655.7 grams (655.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	679

Total Fat 57.50g	74%
Saturated Fat 8.70g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1322mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 33.40g	12%
Dietary Fiber 12.30g	44%
Total Sugars 10.30g
Protein 16.90g	34%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3732mg	287%
Iron 16080mg	89332%
Potassium 1983mg	42%

*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: 72.0%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 18.6%