Lebanese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this authentic Lebanese Salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, zesty red onion, and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint, it's dressed in a tangy lemon and extra-virgin olive oil vinaigrette that ties everything together beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of optional sumac for an extra tangy twist, this easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light side dish, a healthy lunch, or a crowd-pleasing addition to any dinner table. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant and nutritious recipe is ideal for pairing with grilled meats, warm pita bread, or creamy hummus. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, this Lebanese Salad is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 4 medium tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 bunch flat-leaf parsley
- 1 small handful mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons optional sumac (for garnish)
Instructions
Wash all vegetables, parsley, and mint leaves thoroughly under cold water, and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Dice the cucumbers into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Core and dice the tomatoes into pieces similar in size to the cucumber. Add them to the bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and mix it with the cucumber and tomatoes in the bowl.
Remove the thick stems from the parsley and finely chop the leaves. Add the chopped parsley to the bowl.
Roughly chop the mint leaves and add them to the salad mixture for a burst of freshness.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss everything together gently until evenly coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
If using, sprinkle the sumac over the salad for a tangy kick and garnish.
Serve immediately for the freshest flavor. This salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats, warm pita bread, or hummus.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.8 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1282 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2650 mg | 56% | |
*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.
