Salad E Shirazi Tomato Cucumber Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Middle Eastern flavors, Salad-e Shirazi is a traditional Persian tomato cucumber salad that’s perfect as a side dish or a light, healthy appetizer. This easy-to-make recipe combines crisp Persian cucumbers, succulent Roma tomatoes, and zesty red onion, all finely diced for the perfect medley of textures. Fresh parsley and optional mint add a vibrant herbal touch, while a tangy olive oil and lemon juice dressing infused with dried mint ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free, vegan-friendly salad is a must-try for fans of Mediterranean and Persian cuisine. Serve it chilled for a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, rice dishes, or as part of a mezze platter.
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Ingredients
- 3 whole Persian cucumbers
- 3 whole Roma tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried mint
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the Persian cucumbers, Roma tomatoes, and red onion thoroughly.
Step 2
Dice the cucumbers into small, even pieces (about 1/4-inch dice) and add them to a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Step 3
Core and dice the Roma tomatoes into small pieces (similar size to the cucumbers) and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Peel and finely dice the red onion. Add the onion to the bowl with the cucumbers and tomatoes.
Step 5
Finely chop the fresh parsley and, if desired, the fresh mint leaves. Add them to the bowl.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried mint, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt, lemon juice, or black pepper to your preference.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (479.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 343.8 |
| Total Fat 28.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1195.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 19.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 3.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 86.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 706.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories