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.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 25 min.
- Porții
- 4
- Dificultate
- Ușoară
- Per porție
- 120 kcal
Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
Ingrediente
- 2 buc.cucumber, finely diced
- 3 buc.tomato, finely diced
- 0,5 buc.red onion, finely diced
- 2 lingurăfresh mint, finely chopped
- 2 lingurăfresh parsley, finely chopped(opțional)
- 0,5 lingurițăsalt
- 0,25 lingurițăblack pepper, freshly ground
dressing
- 3 lingurălime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 lingurăolive oil
Ustensile
Large mixing bowl · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Citrus juicer (opțional) · Plastic wrap
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 8 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 5
Add the chopped fresh mint and parsley to the vegetable mixture.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Freshly squeezed lime juice offers a brighter, more authentic flavor than bottled juice.
- 7
Season the salad with salt and black pepper.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Aproximativ 10 min.
Nota bucătarului: 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.
Nota bucătarului: For an extra touch, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a sprinkle of sumac.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 119,5kcal
- Proteine
- 2,8g
- Carbohidrați
- 13,7g
- Grăsimi
- 7,3g
- Fibre
- 3,3g
- Zahăr
- 6,5g
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Păstrează gustul bun
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.