Green Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil
Vegan • Vegetarian • Gluten-Free • Low CarbUnder 15 Mins • No-CookLebanese/Arabic
Medium
10min
85kcal
2people
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A refreshing and easy-to-prepare classic salad made with simple ingredients available in every home, perfect as a side dish.
Green Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil is one of the most important side dishes that no Arabic table is complete without, especially alongside chicken and rice dishes. The secret to the success of Green Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil lies in its simplicity and the use of perfectly fresh ingredients. In this recipe, we focus on the ideal balance between the acidity of the lemon and the bitterness of extra virgin olive oil, making Green Salad with Lemon and Olive Oil a refreshing dish that aids digestion and whets the appetite. You can always add your own touch, like dried mint or sumac, to give it a deeper flavor. This salad is not just a side dish, but a great way to hydrate the body and consume leafy and seasonal vegetables in a delicious way. When preparing the salad, make sure to cut the vegetables into equal sizes to ensure flavors are distributed in every bite. If you want extra crunch, you can add a little green onion or bell pepper. Always remember that the quality of olive oil plays a pivotal role in bringing out the taste of the vegetables, so choose a good kind. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, quick, and inexpensive option with ingredients already in the fridge drawer.
Ingredients
- 2 whole Medium tomatoes
- 2 whole Medium cucumbers
- 1 whole Small onion
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Dried mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1Wash both the tomatoes and cucumbers well with cold water.
- 2Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers into small, roughly equal-sized cubes.
- 3Finely chop the onion and add it to the diced vegetables.
- 4In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice with the olive oil, salt, and dried mint until well combined.
- 5Pour the dressing over the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onion and toss everything gently.
- 6Serve the salad immediately to maintain the crunchiness of the vegetables.
Chef's Tips
- •To reduce the sharpness of the onion, you can soak it in a little vinegar and water for 5 minutes, then drain it before adding it to the salad.
- •If you have parsley or bell peppers available, you can add them to increase the nutritional value and flavor.
- •Add the dressing and salt just before serving so the vegetables do not wilt and lose their crunch.
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