Soy-Free Georgian Salad
Delight your taste buds with this vibrant and refreshing Soy-Free Georgian Salad, a modern take on a traditional Georgian classic. Packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers, and tangy red onions, this salad bursts with color and flavor. Fresh parsley and cilantro add an herby brightness, while coarsely chopped walnuts lend a satisfying crunch. The homemade dressing, a zesty blend of extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, sumac, and coriander, ties everything together with its bold, aromatic notes. This quick, no-cook salad is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a perfect choice for healthy lunches, side dishes, or light dinners. Naturally soy-free, gluten-free, and vegan, it’s a wholesome, allergen-friendly option for any table. Garnish simply, serve chilled, and savor the bold essence of Georgia's vibrant culinary tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers, medium-sized
- 3 ripe tomatoes, medium-sized
- 1 red onion, small
- 1 red bell pepper, medium-sized
- 0.5 bunch fresh parsley
- 0.5 bunch fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon sumac
- 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and the tomatoes into wedges. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add to the bowl with the cucumbers and tomatoes.
Core and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add it to the bowl.
Rinse and pat dry the fresh parsley and cilantro. Roughly chop them and add to the vegetables.
In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sumac, ground coriander, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Whisk well to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the vegetables are coated evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the salad and give it one final toss.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy your Soy-Free Georgian Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1014 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1251 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.4 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2786 mg | 59% | |
*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.
