How to Make Middle Eastern Tomato Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Middle Eastern cuisine, the flavors and ingredients are both vibrant and diverse. From the use of aromatic spices to the incorporation of fresh vegetables, the dishes from this region are truly a delight for the senses. One such dish that captures the essence of Middle Eastern cuisine is the Middle Eastern Tomato Salad. This dish is a perfect representation of the region's emphasis on using simple, fresh ingredients to create a dish that is both flavorful and refreshing.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup seeded, finely diced cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely diced tomato
  • 1 cup finely diced sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
  • 1 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • ¾ cup finely chopped mint, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Place diced cucumber into a colander and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt or as needed; allow to drain for about 15 minutes. Toss drained cucumber with tomato, sweet onion, parsley, and mint. Drizzle salad with olive oil and fresh lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    48 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 155mg