Tomato and Mint Salad Shirazi

Bright, refreshing, and full of vibrant flavors, Tomato and Mint Salad Shirazi is a delightful twist on the classic Persian Shirazi salad. This easy, no-cook recipe combines juicy diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a touch of red onion for crunch, all elevated by the aromatic freshness of chopped mint leaves. A simple yet zesty lime juice and olive oil dressing ties everything together, creating a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a light appetizer, flavorful side dish, or accompaniment to grilled meats, this salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. Enjoy it chilled for even more refreshing results!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumbers
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all fresh produce.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes into small, uniform cubes and transfer to a medium mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Finely chop half of a medium red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and mix them into the salad mixture.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes for the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	876.1 grams (876.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	328

Total Fat 16.20g	21%
Saturated Fat 2.40g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 46.20g	17%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 9.20g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 299mg	23%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1844mg	39%

*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: 39.7%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 50.3%