Feggous and Tomato Salad Moroccan Chopped Cucumber and Tomato's

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, Feggous and Tomato Salad, also known as Moroccan Chopped Cucumber and Tomato Salad, is a vibrant dish that perfectly captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Made with crisp cucumbers—preferably the traditional Feggous or Persian variety—juicy, ripe tomatoes, and a medley of finely chopped parsley, cilantro, and red onion, this salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients. A drizzle of olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice bring richness and tang, while a subtle dash of ground cumin adds warm, earthy undertones. Perfect for a quick 15-minute side dish, this versatile salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or can even be enjoyed on its own for a light, healthy snack. It's an easy, no-cook recipe to elevate your table with authentic Moroccan flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large cucumber (preferably Feggous or Persian cucumber)
• 2 large tomato
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 0.5 small, finely chopped red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water.

Step 2

Peel the cucumbers if desired. Dice them into small, evenly-sized pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.

Step 3

Core the tomatoes and dice them into pieces similar in size to the cucumbers. Add to the bowl with the cucumbers.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and cilantro, and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop half a small red onion and mix it into the salad.

Step 6

Drizzle the olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the salad.

Step 7

Sprinkle the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper evenly over the ingredients.

Step 8

Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1081.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	523.6

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4681.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.9g
Protein 9.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 183.1mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 1722.2mg	0%

*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: 48.3%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 45.1%