Pat's Shirazi Salad
A refreshing Persian-inspired salad made with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs, topped with a zesty lime dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Healthy Food, salad
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 people
Calories 90 kcal
For the Salad
- 2 medium cucumbers, finely diced (Persian cucumbers preferred)
- 3 medium tomatoes, finely diced
- 1 small red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
For the Dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Optional: sumac for an earthy tang
Step 1: Prepare the VegetablesWash all vegetables thoroughly.Dice cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion into small, uniform pieces for a consistent texture. Step 2: Make the DressingIn a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add sumac if using. Step 3: Toss and CombineIn a large mixing bowl, combine the diced vegetables and herbs.Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Step 4: Serve and EnjoyTransfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra parsley or mint if desired.
- For the best flavor, allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Adjust lime and salt levels to suit your taste preferences.
Keyword Pat's Shirazi Salad