Syrian Salad
Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, Syrian Salad is the perfect celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients and bold Mediterranean flavors. This vibrant dish combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a touch of sharp red onion with a fragrant medley of parsley and mint for an herbal freshness that’s hard to beat. Tossed in a tangy dressing of extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of sumac for that signature citrusy kick, this salad is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the palate. Ready in just 15 minutes, Syrian Salad makes an ideal side dish for grilled meats, wraps, or flatbreads, or can be enjoyed on its own as a refreshing light meal. It’s a must-try for anyone craving authentic Middle Eastern flavors in a quick and healthy recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 bunch Parsley
- 10 leaves Mint leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium (juiced) Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Sumac
Instructions
Wash all vegetables and herbs thoroughly under cold water.
Dice the cucumbers and tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Roughly chop the parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper, and sumac to make the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
Gently toss the salad until all the vegetables and herbs are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more lemon juice, salt, or olive oil to suit your preferences.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy it as a refreshing main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.4 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1239 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2009 mg | 43% | |
*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.
