Salatat Khiyar Algerian Cucumber Salad
Transport your taste buds to North Africa with Salatat Khiyar, a vibrant and refreshing Algerian cucumber salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and the subtle sweetness of red onion, this simple yet sophisticated salad is elevated by the fragrant combination of fresh parsley and mint. A zesty vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of earthy cumin ties everything together, creating a dish that's fresh, light, and irresistibly aromatic. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick, healthy side dish is perfect for summer gatherings or as a cooling accompaniment to hearty main courses. Enjoy it immediately for a crisp bite or chilled for an even more refreshing experience! Ideal keywords: Algerian cucumber salad, easy summer side dish, Mediterranean recipes, fresh herb salad, quick no-cook recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumber
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers, tomato, and fresh herbs thoroughly.
Peel the cucumbers if desired and cut them into small dice or thin half-moon slices. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Dice the tomato into small pieces of similar size to the cucumber. Add to the mixing bowl.
Peel and finely chop the small red onion, then add it to the salad mix.
Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves and sprinkle them over the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin until well combined to create the vinaigrette.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl and toss everything gently to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice, as needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and let it rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled for a refreshing appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2377 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1603 mg | 34% | |
*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.
