Iraqi Summag Salad Sumac Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with Middle Eastern flavors, Iraqi Sumac Salad, or Summag Salad, is a refreshing side dish that celebrates the vibrant simplicity of fresh produce. This healthy and easy-to-make recipe combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and sharp red onion with the earthy tang of sumac, a signature spice that adds a citrusy depth. Fresh parsley and mint elevate the salad with their aromatic freshness, while a light dressing of olive oil and lemon juice ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook dish is perfect for meal prep, a quick appetizer, or as a flavorful accompaniment to grilled meats and hearty stews. Packed with healthy ingredients and bold flavors, Iraqi Sumac Salad is a must-try addition to any Mediterranean-inspired meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 bunch Fresh parsley
- 0.25 bunch Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Sumac
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash all the vegetables, parsley, and mint thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
Dice the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumbers, if desired, and dice them into similar-sized pieces as the tomatoes. Add them to the bowl.
Peel the red onion and finely slice it into thin, even slivers. Add the sliced onions to the mixing bowl.
Roughly chop the parsley leaves and mint leaves, discarding thick stems. Mix them into the vegetables in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently but thoroughly to evenly coat the vegetables with the sumac mixture.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2408 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1999 mg | 43% | |
*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.
