Parsley Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Parsley Salad is a vibrant twist on a classic Mediterranean-inspired dish. Featuring a base of aromatic flat-leaf or curly parsley, this refreshing salad is paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a hint of sharpness from finely diced red onion. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice, this nutrient-packed dish is as healthy as it is delicious. Optional crumbles of creamy feta cheese add a touch of indulgence, while the quick 15-minute prep time makes it the perfect choice for busy weeknights or light entertaining. Serve this parsley salad as a flavorful side dish or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome, plant-forward meal. A great addition to your collection of fresh salad recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh parsley (flat-leaf or curly)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash the parsley thoroughly under cold water, pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel, and roughly chop it. Set aside.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds, then cut the rounds into halves or quarters for bite-sized pieces.
Finely dice the red onion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped parsley, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
If desired, crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
803 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2681 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 824 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1486 mg | 32% | |
*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.
