Description
A vibrant salad featuring fresh vegetables and a creamy tahini or yogurt dressing, celebrating the flavors of Afghan cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Fresh Cucumbers, diced
- 3 Tomatoes, chopped
- 4 Radishes, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Fresh Mint, chopped
- 1 Bell Pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup Tahini or Yogurt (for dressing)
- 1 Lemon, juiced
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil, for dressing
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables. Chop cucumbers into cubes and tomatoes similar-sized.
- Add texture: Slice radishes and dice bell peppers for crunch.
- Herbaceous bliss: Finely chop parsley and mint.
- Mix and match: In a large mixing bowl, combine all vegetables and herbs. Toss gently.
- Dress it up: Whisk together tahini (or yogurt), lemon juice, salt, and olive oil. Pour over the salad and toss.
- Taste and adjust: Season to taste and serve fresh on a platter.
Notes
Chop vegetables just before serving for optimal freshness. Can be customized with additional vegetables or dressings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg