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Mediterranean Salad

Mediterranean Salad Made Easy: Fresh, Flavorful, and Fun!

Discover the Mediterranean Salad, a light and vibrant dish celebrating fresh produce, perfect for quick lunches and side dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds.
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Mix heirloom varieties for added color.
  • 1 small Red Onion Soak in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Or choice of herbs.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Dice the cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion into small cubes. Soak the red onion in cold water for 10 minutes.
  2. Combine the diced vegetables in a mixing bowl. Add chopped cilantro or choice of herbs and toss gently.
  3. Mix olive oil and lime juice in a small bowl, adding salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss the salad with the dressing until evenly coated and allow to rest for 10-15 minutes.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature, refreshing the ingredients before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimum flavor, allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. Best enjoyed fresh.

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