Salad Shirazi

A classic Persian cucumber-tomato salad, simple and refreshing — finely diced cucumber, onion, radish, and tomato in a bright mint-lemon dressing. A perfect cooling side for any spiced or grilled main.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 135

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • 4 radishes, diced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Dice all vegetables to a similar size. Whisk together dressing ingredients and drizzle over the salad. Adjust seasoning and serve.

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