Tomato Cucumber Salad Salad Shirazi
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Tomato Cucumber Salad Shirazi is a traditional Persian-inspired dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With its crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a pop of color from red onion, this salad is elevated by the aromatic addition of fresh parsley and mint. Tossed in a tangy lime juice and olive oil dressing, it’s a quick, no-cook recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Ideal as a starter, side dish, or even a light lunch, this salad is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. Whether you’re seeking a healthy summer salad or an authentic Middle Eastern flavor, the Tomato Cucumber Salad Shirazi will not disappoint.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Tomatoes
- 2 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs thoroughly under cold running water.
Dice the tomatoes into small, evenly-sized pieces and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumbers (optional) and dice them into small cubes roughly the same size as the tomatoes. Add them to the bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes and cucumbers.
Chop the fresh parsley and mint finely, and sprinkle them into the mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and herbs. Toss everything gently but thoroughly to combine.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice, if desired.
Serve immediately or let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1215 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1849 mg | 39% | |
*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.
