Nut-Free Arabic Salad
Brighten your table with this refreshing and vibrant Nut-Free Arabic Salad, a perfect choice for a healthy and flavorful side dish or appetizer. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onion, this salad gets its signature Mediterranean flair from fresh parsley, mint, and a tangy dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, and a hint of sumac. The addition of crunchy romaine lettuce adds texture, making every bite a delightful balance of flavors and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this simple, nut-free recipe is ideal for those seeking allergy-friendly options without compromising on taste. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this salad brings a burst of color and brightness to any meal. Perfect for your healthy eating routine or as a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 3 medium tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 0.5 bunch parsley
- 0.25 cup mint leaves
- 1 large lemon
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1 head romaine lettuce
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Dice the cucumbers and tomatoes into medium-sized cubes and place them in a large salad bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.
Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves, removing any large stems, and add to the bowl.
Cut the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, squeeze the juice of the lemon, removing any seeds. Add the extra virgin olive oil, salt, black pepper, and sumac. Whisk the ingredients together to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust salt or pepper if needed according to your preference.
Serve the salad immediately as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.5 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2572 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3244 mg | 69% | |
*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.
