Shirazi Salad
Shirazi salad, a Persian staple, features tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and fresh cilantro seasoned with a lime flavored dressing.
Persian
Salads
83
Calories
5 g
Carbs
7 g
Fat
1 g
Protein
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Method
Combine tomatoes, English cucumber, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl. Sprinkle with mint and transfer to the refrigerator for flavors to meld, at least 30 minutes.
Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and sumac in a small bowl until well combined. Drizzle dressing over the salad right before serving. Toss well to combine, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Ingredients
Red Onions
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0.5 cup diced
Cilantro
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh
Mint
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1 tablespoon dried
Salt
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0.5 teaspoon
Mint
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1 sprig fresh (for dressing)
Tomato
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4 medium firm Roma tomatoes, finely diced
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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3 tablespoons
Lime
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0.25 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
Cucumber
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1 medium cucumber, finely diced
Black Pepper
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
