Turkish Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Turkish Salad is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables and herbs, dressed in a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, and optional pomegranate molasses for a touch of sweetness. Perfectly balancing crunch from diced cucumbers and bell peppers with the aromatic touch of parsley, mint, and sumac, this no-cook recipe is as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an ideal side dish for grilled meats, a colorful addition to mezze spreads, or a healthy option for light lunches. Whether served immediately or chilled for a deeper infusion of flavors, this salad is a testament to the simple and wholesome elegance of Turkish cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 small bunch Flat-leaf parsley
• 1 small bunch Fresh mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Pomegranate molasses (optional)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Sumac (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables and herbs thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper into small, uniform pieces and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel the red onion and finely dice it. Add it to the bowl with the other vegetables.

Step 4

Roughly chop the flat-leaf parsley and fresh mint leaves, discarding any thick stems. Add the chopped herbs to the bowl.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to coat all the vegetables evenly.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lemon juice, or olive oil as needed.

Step 8

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a few additional herb leaves if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1444.5 grams (1444.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	705

Total Fat 45.50g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2473mg	108%
Total Carbohydrate 71.30g	26%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 37.70g
Protein 13.60g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 492mg	38%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 3229mg	69%

*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: 54.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 38.1%