Tunisian Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Tunisian Salad is a quick and healthy dish that brings a taste of North Africa to your table. Featuring a medley of diced tomatoes, crisp cucumber, green bell pepper, and red onion, this colorful salad is elevated with fresh parsley, mint, and savory olives. Tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of ground cumin, it offers the perfect balance of tangy, herbal, and slightly spicy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome salad is ideal as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats or fish. Perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, or any time you crave a fresh and vibrant salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh mint
• 0.5 cup, sliced Olives
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables and herbs thoroughly and pat them dry.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes, cucumber, and green bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the finely chopped parsley and mint to the bowl for a fresh, herbal boost.

Step 5

Slice the olives and mix them into the salad for a savory, slightly tangy component.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, and toss everything together gently to combine and evenly coat the vegetables with the dressing.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve immediately or allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1378.6 grams (1378.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	835

Total Fat 66.90g	86%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1736mg	75%
Total Carbohydrate 64.50g	23%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 29.60g
Protein 12.60g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376mg	29%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2676mg	57%

*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: 66.1%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 28.3%