Shirazi Salad
Author: Sara Smith
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: LUNCH
Cuisine: Persian
Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Ingredients
3 Persian or Lebanese cucumbers, diced small
2 medium tomatoes, diced small
½ red onion, diced small
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon, juiced (about 4 to 5 tablespoons)
Handful fresh mint leaves, chopped
Salt to taste
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Instructions
Dice the cucumbers into small cubes, keeping the size uniform.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes to match the cucumbers.
Chop the mint leaves finely, bruising them a bit for extra aroma.
Dice the red onion into small cubes, soaking in cold water for 10 minutes if desired, then drain and pat dry.
Add olive oil, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to a bowl and stir together.
In a large bowl, combine the chopped veggies and mint with the dressing and toss gently.
Allow to sit for 10 minutes to let flavors develop before serving.
Notes
This salad stays fresh in the fridge for a day or two. Perfect for hot weather!