Shirazi Salad — Crispy Cucumber & Tomato
Fresh Persian salad with crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, and bright lime-mint dressing. Ready in 15 minutes, no cooking required.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 2g
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Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber, peeled
- 3 medium tomato, ripe
- ½ medium red onion
- 2 whole (juiced) lime
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pinch to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Halve the cucumber lengthwise, scoop out the seedy center with a spoon, then dice into 1/2-inch cubes.
- 2
Dice the tomato into 1/2-inch cubes. Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.
- 3
Combine cucumber, tomato, and onion in a serving bowl. Pour lime juice and olive oil over the top.
- 4
Sprinkle with mint, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until the vegetables glisten and are evenly dressed.
- 5
Serve immediately, or chill for up to 2 hours before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- spoon
- serving bowl
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