Turkish Chopped Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Turkish Chopped Salad is the perfect side dish to elevate your meal. Featuring a vibrant medley of garden-fresh tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, zesty red onion, and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint, every bite delivers a refreshing symphony of textures and tastes. Tossed in a simple yet tangy olive oil and lemon dressing, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. For an optional twist, a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds adds a pop of color and a hint of sweetness. Serve it alongside grilled meats, warm flatbreads, or as part of a mezze platter for an authentic Turkish-inspired dining experience. Your search for the ultimate chopped vegetable salad ends here!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 bunch parsley
• 2 tablespoons mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons pomegranate seeds (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables and herbs thoroughly.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes into small, even cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber (if desired) and dice it into small cubes before adding it to the bowl.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and dice it into small pieces. Add the diced pepper to the bowl.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves, and toss them into the bowl for added freshness and flavor.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and herbs. Gently toss everything together to ensure the salad is evenly coated.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle pomegranate seeds over the top as a garnish for a sweet and tangy finishing touch.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish with grilled meats, flatbreads, or as part of a mezze platter. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1125.2 grams (1125.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	635

Total Fat 45.10g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.00g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1243mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 55.90g	20%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 29.50g
Protein 10.30g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241mg	19%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 2248mg	48%

*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: 60.5%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 33.3%