Salad Shirazi
Salad Shirazi is a quintessential Persian salad, bursting with the fresh, vibrant flavors of finely diced cucumber, ripe tomatoes, and crisp red onion. Dressed simply with tangy lime juice and rich olive oil, and brightened with fresh herbs, this light and healthy side dish offers a refreshing counterpoint to any meal.
En original opskrift af Forkin
- Tid i alt
- 25 min.
- Portioner
- 4
- Sværhedsgrad
- Nem
- Pr. portion
- 120 kcal
Klargøring
Ingredienser
Ingredienser
- 2 stk.cucumber, finely diced
- 3 stk.tomato, finely diced
- 0,5 stk.red onion, finely diced
- 2 spsk.fresh mint, finely chopped
- 2 spsk.fresh parsley, finely chopped(valgfrit)
- 0,5 tsk.salt
- 0,25 tsk.black pepper, freshly ground
dressing
- 3 spsk.lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 spsk.olive oil
Udstyr
Large mixing bowl · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Citrus juicer (valgfrit) · Plastic wrap
Fremgangsmåde
Trin for trin
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Drying the vegetables prevents the salad from becoming watery.
- 2
Finely dice the cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion into small, uniform pieces, approximately 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) cubes.
Ca. 8 min.
Kokkens note: Uniform dicing ensures every bite has a balanced flavor and a pleasant texture. A sharp chef's knife is key for clean cuts.
- 3
Roughly chop the fresh mint and fresh parsley.
Ca. 2 min.
Kokkens note: Use a sharp knife to prevent bruising the herbs, which can diminish their vibrant color and flavor.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely diced cucumber, tomato, and red onion.
Ca. 1 min.
- 5
Add the chopped fresh mint and parsley to the vegetable mixture.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Fresh herbs are crucial for the authentic flavor of Salad Shirazi; do not substitute with dried herbs.
- 6
Pour the fresh lime juice and olive oil over the vegetables and herbs.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Freshly squeezed lime juice offers a brighter, more authentic flavor than bottled juice.
- 7
Season the salad with salt and black pepper.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Start with the recommended amounts and taste before adding more; it's easier to add than to remove seasoning.
- 8
Gently toss all ingredients together until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Ca. 1 min.
Kokkens note: Use a spatula or large spoon to avoid crushing the delicate diced vegetables.
- 9
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes.
Ca. 10 min.
Kokkens note: Chilling allows the flavors to meld beautifully and enhances the refreshing quality of the salad.
- 10
Serve the chilled Salad Shirazi as a vibrant side dish.
Kokkens note: For an extra touch, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a sprinkle of sumac.
Pr. portion
Næringsindhold
- Kalorier
- 119,5kcal
- Protein
- 2,8g
- Kulhydrat
- 13,7g
- Fedt
- 7,3g
- Kostfibre
- 3,3g
- Sukker
- 6,5g
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Bevar den gode smag
Salad Shirazi is incredibly versatile. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats like kebabs, rice dishes such as Tahdig, or even as a light lunch on its own. For a slightly different flavor profile, you can add a pinch of dried mint or a sprinkle of sumac. A crisp, dry white wine or a refreshing glass of doogh (Persian yogurt drink) would complement this salad perfectly.
Store leftover Salad Shirazi in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This salad is best served cold and does not require reheating. If the salad has been refrigerated for a while, give it a gentle toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.