Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)

Name: Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 medium English or Persian cucumbers, finely diced; 4 medium ripe Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced; 4 stalks green onions (scallions), thinly sliced; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped; 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A crisp, refreshing Levantine salad of finely diced cucumber, ripe tomato, and fresh herbs dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice. A staple alongside grilled meats, hummus, and mezze spreads.

15 minEasyServes 4115 cal/serving

Middle EasternSaladNo-CookVeganMediterraneanLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 medium English or Persian cucumbers, finely diced
4 medium ripe Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced
4 stalks green onions (scallions), thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1

Combine 2 medium finely diced English or Persian cucumbers, 4 medium seeded, diced ripe Roma tomatoes, 4 stalks thinly sliced green onions (scallions), 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, and 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint leaves in a large bowl.
2

Drizzle with 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil and 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
3

Toss well to combine. Taste and adjust lemon or salt as needed.
4

Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or let stand up to 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

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Questions

What is Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)?

A crisp, refreshing Levantine salad of finely diced cucumber, ripe tomato, and fresh herbs dressed simply with olive oil and lemon juice. A staple alongside grilled meats, hummus, and mezze spreads. This reference files it under Middle Eastern salad: made without cooking, rated easy and about 15 minutes start to finish.

How long does Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad) take?

As written, 15 minutes: 15 of prep and 0 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (15 minutes): "Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or let stand up to 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld."

Is Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad) low-carb?

A serving of Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad) carries 14 g of carbohydrate, 3 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 70 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 14 percent.

How many calories are in Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 115 calories, with 4 g protein, 14 g carbohydrate and 3 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 900 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad)?

It is not a good candidate. Water seeps out of the cucumber as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Salata Arabieh (Chopped Cucumber Tomato Salad) just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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