Mediterranean Diet Fresh Herb Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Mediterranean Diet Fresh Herb Salad is a celebration of freshness in every bite. Packed with nutrient-rich parsley, mint, cilantro, and chives, this no-cook recipe combines a medley of finely chopped herbs with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice, it’s the perfect balance of bright, aromatic, and refreshing. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is ideal as a light, healthy side dish or a centerpiece for a wholesome Mediterranean-style meal. High in antioxidants, heart-healthy fats, and plant-based goodness, this salad is your go-to for clean eating without compromising on flavor. Whether for lunch, dinner, or as part of a mezze spread, it’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup fresh chives
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cucumber
- 0.25 red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash all fresh herbs thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel.
Finely chop the parsley, mint leaves, cilantro, and chives. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and dice it. Add to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion, then cut the slices into half-moons. Add to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until well coated.
Taste the salad and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1257 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 581 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2156 mg | 46% | |
*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.
