Tomato Salad Arabic Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and Mediterranean-inspired freshness, this Tomato Salad Arabic Salad is a perfect medley of crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tangy citrus. Juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and zesty red onion are combined with finely chopped parsley and refreshing mint leaves for a light yet satisfying base. The salad is elevated with a bright, tangy dressing of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and sumac—an earthy Middle Eastern spice that adds a subtle pop of bold flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this healthy salad is ideal as a refreshing appetizer, side dish, or light lunch. Perfect for summer days or as part of a mezze spread, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pita bread, or your favorite Mediterranean dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 small Red Onion
- 1 bunch Parsley
- 10 leaves Mint Leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Sumac
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint leaves thoroughly under cold water.
Dice the tomatoes into small, evenly-sized pieces and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small cubes and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and finely dice the red onion, then add it to the vegetable mixture.
Chop the parsley finely, discarding the thicker stems, and add it to the bowl.
Finely chop the mint leaves and add them to the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, sumac, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Serve immediately or let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.7 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.9 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2244 mg | 48% | |
*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.
