Salata Baladi (Egyptian Chopped Salad)
Experience the vibrant flavors of Egypt with this refreshing Salata Baladi, a finely chopped salad bursting with crisp vegetables and aromatic fresh herbs. Dressed in a zesty lemon-cumin vinaigrette, this versatile side dish offers a delightful crunch and bright, tangy notes, perfect for complementing any meal.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 25 min.
- Porții
- 4
- Dificultate
- Ușoară
- Per porție
- 38 kcal
Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
Ingrediente
- 1 buc.cucumber, finely diced
- 2 buc.tomato, finely diced
- 0,5 buc.green bell pepper, finely diced
- 0,5 buc.red onion, finely diced
- 0,25 canăfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 lingurăfresh mint, finely chopped
dressing
- 3 lingurălemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0,5 lingurițăcumin, ground
- 0,5 lingurițăsalt
- 0,25 lingurițăblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 lingurăwater
Ustensile
Large mixing bowl · Small mixing bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Measuring cups · Plastic wrap or lid
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh produce: cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensuring vegetables are dry helps the dressing adhere better and prevents a watery salad.
- 2
Finely dice the cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper, and red onion into small, uniform pieces, approximately 1/4-inch in size.
Aproximativ 7 min.
Nota bucătarului: Uniform dicing ensures every bite has a balanced mix of flavors and textures, characteristic of a true Salata Baladi.
- 3
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves.
Aproximativ 3 min.
Nota bucătarului: Use a sharp chef's knife for clean cuts to avoid bruising the herbs, which can diminish their fresh flavor.
- 4
Combine the diced cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper, red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint in a large mixing bowl.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 5
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and water until well combined.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed; the tartness of lemons can vary, so you might need a touch more salt or a squeeze more lemon.
- 6
Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped vegetables and herbs in the large mixing bowl.
Aproximativ 1 min.
- 7
Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the vibrant dressing.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Use a spatula or salad tongs to avoid crushing the delicate vegetables.
- 8
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid 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.
- 9
Serve the chilled Salata Baladi as a bright and flavorful side dish.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 38,4kcal
- Proteine
- 1,6g
- Carbohidrați
- 8,6g
- Grăsimi
- 0,4g
- Fibre
- 2g
- Zahăr
- 4,4g
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Păstrează gustul bun
Salata Baladi is a fantastic accompaniment to grilled meats like kofta or chicken shish tawook, or served alongside falafel and pita bread for a complete Middle Eastern meal. For a slightly different flavor profile, consider adding a pinch of dried sumac to the dressing. It's also excellent as a light lunch on its own or as part of a mezze platter.
Store leftover Salata Baladi in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This salad is best enjoyed chilled and does not require reheating.