Salata Arabieh

Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Salata Arabieh is a classic Middle Eastern salad that celebrates simplicity and freshness. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, combining juicy diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and finely chopped red onion with an aromatic mix of parsley and mint. Tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and a hint of spice from optional sumac, this salad is light yet flavorful. Perfect as a side dish for grilled meats, warm pita, or traditional Middle Eastern fare, Salata Arabieh is both delicious and nutrient-rich, making it ideal for quick lunches or healthy dinner accompaniments.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized Tomatoes
• 2 medium-sized Cucumber
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 bunch (approximately 1 cup chopped) Parsley
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped Mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Sumac (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the vegetables and herbs thoroughly. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers into small, even-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes and cucumbers.

Step 4

Remove any tough stems from the parsley and mint leaves. Finely chop the parsley and mint, then add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and herbs. Toss everything gently until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately or let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve as a side dish with grilled meats, pita bread, or your favorite Middle Eastern dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1168.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	605.5

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2426.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 11.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 370.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2460.3mg	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: 60.7%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 32.5%