Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad
Original Recipe: themediterraneandish.com
INGREDIENTS:
- 6 Roma tomatoes, diced (about 3 cups diced tomatoes)
- 1 large English or hot-house cucumber, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced, optional
- ¾ bunch parsley, leaves, and tender stems chopped (about ½-3/4 cup chopped leaves)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground Sumac
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus more to taste
DIRECTIONS:
- Mix: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, and parsley. Add kosher salt and toss. Set aside for 5 minutes or so.
- Season: Add the sumac, olive oil, and lemon juice. Give the salad a gentle toss. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking. Enjoy!
PRO-TIPS:
- For best flavor, set the salad aside for a few minutes before serving. This will give the flavors time to meld.
- This salad will keep well for up to three days. Store in a covered dish in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts:
Serving size – 1
- Carbohydrates – 5.8g
- Protein – 1.2g
- Fat– 4.9g
- Fiber – 1.4g
- Calories – 66.9Kcal
Variations on this Recipe
This basic Mediterranean salad has several variations throughout the Mediterranean and the Middle East, and you can change it up to your liking.
Here are a few ideas:
- Add finely chopped aliums. Red onions, shallots, or green onions would add some bold yet sweet oniony flavor.
- Add protein. Canned or boiled chickpeas, white beans, or kidney beans work well with as a vegan protein and turn this salad into a satisfying meal. Grilled meats, like grilled chicken thighs or kofta kebab would also be hearty and delicious. If you’re feeling fishy, grab a can of tuna from your pantry.
- Use more fresh herbs! In addition to parsley, you can add some chopped fresh mint or dill.
- Toss in some feta cheese! Just like with classic Greek salad or herby tomato feta salad, creamy, tangy feta adds another layer of deliciousness to this cucumber tomato salad.
- Add couscous! Make one cup of cooked couscous and toss it in this salad for a simple lunch. You’ll want to adjust seasoning and olive oil.
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