Algerian Cucumber Salad
Dive into the vibrant, zesty flavors of Algerian Cucumber Salad, a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as quick as it is delicious. Made with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and the sharp crunch of red onion, this salad is elevated by the fragrant addition of fresh parsley and mint leaves. A tangy, cumin-infused lemon dressing ties it all together, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy standalone snack, this salad is ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. Whether served fresh or chilled to let the flavors meld, Algerian Cucumber Salad is a simple yet elegant way to brighten up your table with wholesome ingredients and bold taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Cucumbers
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs thoroughly under cold water.
Peel the cucumbers if desired, then chop them into small cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Dice the tomatoes into small pieces, removing the seeds if preferred, and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the salad mix for a bit of crunch and sharpness.
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves, then sprinkle them over the vegetables in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients to ensure an even coating.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1214 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*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.
