Description
Israeli Salad is a vibrant and refreshing Middle Eastern dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its crisp vegetables and bright flavors. This chopped salad features a delightful combination of ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fragrant herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s not only healthy—being vegan and gluten-free—but also incredibly versatile, making it an ideal side dish for barbecues or a light lunch option. With minimal preparation required, this salad can be prepared quickly, allowing you to enjoy its fresh taste any time. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled meats or enjoying it on its own with pita bread, Israeli Salad is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 extra large tomatoes
- 1 English cucumber
- 1 cup red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley, mint, or cilantro)
- Zest and juice of one lemon
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely dice the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell peppers into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all chopped vegetables.
- Add lemon zest and olive oil to the bowl.
- Squeeze in half the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until all ingredients are well combined; adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Fresh preparation
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg