Description
A refreshing and vibrant Middle Eastern salad made with finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely diced tomatoes
- 2 cups finely diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and parsley.
- Drizzle in the fresh lemon juice and olive oil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss everything gently until the salad is evenly coated.
- Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use a serrated knife for cleaner cuts on tomatoes.
- Add the salt just before serving to keep veggies crisp.
- Customize with avocado, chickpeas, or feta for variety.
- Chill before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg