Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of a traditional Israeli Salad, a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This colorful salad combines finely chopped seasonal vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon dressing, creating a delightful contrast of textures and tastes. Ideal as a side for summer barbecues or served on its own with pita bread, this healthy and vegan salad is also gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary needs. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, it can be customized with your favorite veggies or grains, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation. Enjoy the clean and crisp flavors that celebrate fresh produce!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 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)
- Lemon juice and zest
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Finely dice the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and fresh herbs.
- In a large bowl, combine all the chopped vegetables.
- Add lemon zest, olive oil, lemon juice to taste, salt, and pepper.
- Toss everything together until well mixed. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg