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Israeli Salad

Vibrant Israeli Salad: Fresh, Crunchy, and Totally Addictive

Israeli Salad is a fresh, vibrant side dish that combines finely chopped vegetables for a refreshing taste, perfectly complementing any meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups Roma Tomatoes Feel free to use other ripe tomato varieties if Roma isn’t available.
  • 1 cup Persian or English Cucumber Any cucumber variety can work based on what's available.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any color bell pepper or a mild chili if you prefer.
  • 1 medium Onion (red or white) Consider using shallots or green onions as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Fresh Parsley Cilantro or mint can provide a different flavor profile.
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (fresh) Lime juice can be a zesty alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Feel free to use avocado oil or any neutral oil you prefer.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust the amount to suit your own taste preferences.

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by thoroughly washing all your vegetables under cool running water. Use a clean vegetable brush to scrub the Roma tomatoes and cucumbers and pat them dry.
  2. Finely dice the Roma tomatoes and Persian or English cucumber into small, uniform pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Chop the red bell pepper and onion and add them to the bowl, creating a vibrant medley of colors.
  4. Rinse the fresh parsley and finely chop it, then stir it into the bowl with the other vegetables.
  5. In a small bowl, combine fresh lemon juice and olive oil, whisking them together, and add salt to taste.
  6. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together.
  7. Let your Israeli Salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consume the salad within 2-3 days of preparation to maintain crunch. Adjust salt to taste as it can vary with tomato ripeness.

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