Turkish-style salad with tomatoes and cucumber

Enjoy the refreshing flavors of this Turkish-style salad, made with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, zesty onions, fresh parsley, and green peppers, all tossed in a tangy blend of lemon juice, vinegar, and olive oil. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack!

  • 25 May 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Turkish-style salad with tomatoes and cucumber

This Turkish-style salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that combines fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, parsley, and green pepper, with a tangy dressing of lemon juice, vinegar, and olive oil. It's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to complement your meals.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
90g
1.50 tbsp olive oil
20g
1 cup cucumber
130g
0.30 cup onion
50g
1.58 tbsp fresh parsley
6g
0.30 cup green pepper
27g
2 tsp lemon juice
12g
2 tbsp vinegar
30g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the cucumbers and add them to the bowl.
- Finely chop the onion and green pepper and add them to the bowl.
2. Chop the Herbs:
- Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the mix of vegetables in the bowl.
3. Dress the Salad:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and vinegar until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
4. Season the Salad:
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Mix the Salad:
- Gently toss all ingredients together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
6. Serve:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for up to an hour to let the flavors meld.

Tips:

- For a bit of extra crunch, you can add some chopped radishes or a handful of nuts like walnuts or almonds.

- If you prefer a milder onion flavor, soak the chopped onions in cold water for about 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.

- Feel free to add some feta cheese or olives for an extra layer of Mediterranean flavor.

- Make sure to use fresh parsley for the best taste. Flat-leaf parsley is recommended.

This Turkish-style salad is not only easy to prepare but also brings a burst of flavor and freshness to your table. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with your favorite mains for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size45 grams
Energy
Calories 9kcal0%
Protein
Protein 0.31g0%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 1.90g1%
Fiber 0.42g1%
Sugar 1.06g1%
Fat
Fat 2.59g3%
Saturated 0.37g1%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 9ug1%
Choline 2.48mg0%
Vitamin B1 0.01mg1%
Vitamin B2 0.01mg1%
Vitamin B3 0.12mg1%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 6ug1%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Vitamin E 0.09mg1%
Vitamin K 16ug14%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 6mg0%
Copper, Cu 0.02mg2%
Iron, Fe 0.16mg1%
Magnesium, Mg 4.93mg1%
Phosphorus, P 10mg1%
Potassium, K 80mg2%
Selenium, Se 0.06ug0%
Sodium, Na 1.68mg0%
Zinc, Zn 0.08mg1%
Water
Water 40g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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