Israeli Salad
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
70 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Israeli Salad
Description
Israeli Salad consists primarily of finely diced Persian cucumbers and seeded ripe tomatoes, with optional minced onion and fresh parsley to add brightness. The cucumbers are sliced lengthwise and crosswise into small triangular pieces, which brings a consistent texture and allows the flavors of the dressing to infuse evenly.
The salad is dressed simply with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and salt, highlighting the natural sweetness and crunch of the vegetables. The fresh lemon juice adds acidity that brightens the dish, while parsley delivers herbal notes that complement the crisp vegetables.
Typically served fresh at room temperature or chilled, this salad acts as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer, especially suited to warm weather meals. It pairs well with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as part of a Mediterranean or Middle Eastern meal spread, offering balance to richer dishes and a satisfying fresh texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cucumber Persian, diced
- 1 pound tomato fresh ripe, seeded and diced
- 1/3 cup onion optional, minced
- 1/2 cup parsley fresh, minced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- salt to taste, about 1/2 tsp suggested
Instructions
- Here is the way I like to dice the Persian cucumbers-- it produces small, even, triangular pieces. Slice the Persian cucumber in half lengthwise.
- Slice each half into 4 slices lengthwise, so you have 8 long, thin pieces total.
- Hold the long, thin pieces together with one hand, and slice the bunch into very small pieces with the other hand. Note: Persian cucumbers have lots of little seeds, which add to their flavor. If you have trouble digesting seeds, you can seed the cucumber easily by slicing it in half lengthwise and scooping out the seed-filled center.
- Place the diced cucumbers into a large mixing bowl along with all the other ingredients.
- Mix until vegetables are well coated with parsley, oil, lemon juice, and salt.
- Best served fresh at room temperature. You can also serve chilled for a more refreshing salad.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 70 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 70kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 850IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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