Lemon Salad Angola

Bright, zesty, and refreshingly simple, Lemon Salad Angola is the perfect light side dish bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. This no-cook recipe combines crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and sharp red onion with fresh parsley and a tangy homemade dressing made from lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of paprika. Garnished with thinly sliced lemons and cucumber rounds, it’s as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is ideal for warm days or as an accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood. Packed with fresh produce and heart-healthy ingredients, it's a wholesome, flavorful addition to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Lemon
• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables before starting.

Step 2

Cut the lemon in half. Juice one lemon and set aside. Thinly slice the second lemon into rounds for garnish.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Set aside.

Step 4

Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes and add to the mixing bowl.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, make the dressing by whisking together the lemon juice, olive oil, white vinegar, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl and gently toss to ensure everything is coated evenly.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Arrange the sliced cucumber rounds and lemon slices on top for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for a refreshing experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	578.5

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.0g
Protein 7.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164.1mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 1599.0mg	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: 64.2%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 30.8%