Soy-Free Georgian Salad

Experience the vibrant and nutty flavors of the Soy-Free Georgian Salad, a refreshing twist on the traditional Georgian cuisine staple. This colorful salad comes alive with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers, and the sharp bite of red onion, all tossed in a tangy, aromatic dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, sumac, and ground coriander. Fresh parsley and cilantro pack a fresh herbal punch, while coarsely chopped walnuts add a rich, crunchy texture. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome and gluten-free salad is perfect as a light summer lunch or a side dish at any gathering. Bursting with bold flavors and free of soy, it’s a delightful dish for clean-eating enthusiasts and lovers of international cuisine alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cucumbers, medium-sized
• 3 ripe tomatoes, medium-sized
• 1 red onion, small
• 1 red bell pepper, medium-sized
• 0.5 bunch fresh parsley
• 0.5 bunch fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon sumac
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and the tomatoes into wedges. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add to the bowl with the cucumbers and tomatoes.

Step 3

Core and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Rinse and pat dry the fresh parsley and cilantro. Roughly chop them and add to the vegetables.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sumac, ground coriander, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk well to make the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the vegetables are coated evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the salad and give it one final toss.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy your Soy-Free Georgian Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1372.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1014.4

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1250.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.4g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 280.8mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 2785.5mg	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: 69.3%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 23.0%