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Shanklish Salad

Name: Shanklish Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 porții
Cuisine: lebanese, middle_eastern
Ingredients: 200 g shanklish cheese crumbled; 2 buc. tomato diced; 0,5 buc. yellow onion finely chopped; 0,5 cană fresh parsley chopped; 2 lingură extra virgin olive oil; 2 buc. pita bread for serving

Experience the vibrant flavors of Lebanon with this refreshing Shanklish Salad. Tangy, aged shanklish cheese is crumbled and tossed with juicy tomatoes, pungent red onion, and fresh parsley, all brought together by a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. This simple yet elegant salad is a delightful appetizer or light meal, perfect for a warm day.

O rețetă originală de Forkin

Durată totală: 15 min.
Porții: 4
Dificultate: Ușoară
Per porție: 316 kcal

Dietă vegetariană

Informații despre alergeni: poate conține gluten și lapte. Verifică întotdeauna ambalajele ingredientelor dacă ai o alergie.

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

200 gshanklish cheese, crumbled
2 buc.tomato, diced
0,5 buc.yellow onion, finely chopped
0,5 canăfresh parsley, chopped
2 lingurăextra virgin olive oil
2 buc.pita bread, for serving

Ustensile

Mixing bowl · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

1
Prepare the shanklish cheese by crumbling it into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: If the shanklish is very firm, you can grate it for a finer texture, or gently mash it with a fork.
2
Dice the tomatoes into small, uniform pieces.
Aproximativ 3 min.
Nota bucătarului: For best results, use ripe, firm tomatoes like Roma or beefsteak. Remove the watery core to prevent the salad from becoming soggy.
3
Finely chop the yellow onion.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: For a milder onion flavor, soak the chopped onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain thoroughly before adding to the salad.
4
Chop the fresh parsley, ensuring it is thoroughly dried after washing to prevent diluting the dressing.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Use flat-leaf parsley for its robust flavor and tender leaves.
5
Add the diced tomatoes, finely chopped yellow onion, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the crumbled shanklish cheese.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensure all vegetables are roughly the same size for a harmonious texture in each bite.
6
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil generously over the ingredients in the bowl.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Use a high-quality, fruity extra virgin olive oil as it is a prominent flavor in this simple dressing.
7
Gently toss all ingredients together until they are well combined and the olive oil evenly coats everything.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Mix with a light hand to avoid mashing the shanklish cheese too much, preserving its crumbly texture.
8
Serve the Shanklish Salad immediately with fresh pita bread.
Nota bucătarului: Warm the pita bread slightly before serving for a softer texture and enhanced aroma.

Per porție

Valori nutriționale

63%Scor

Calorii: 315,8kcal
Proteine: 14,1g
Carbohidrați: 21,1g
Grăsimi: 18,9g
Fibre: 2,2g
Zahăr: 4,7g

Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.

Păstrează gustul bun

Nota bucătarului:

This vibrant salad pairs wonderfully with other meze dishes like hummus, baba ghanoush, or tabbouleh for a complete Lebanese spread. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of dried mint or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. It also makes a fantastic light lunch on its own, especially during warmer months.

Păstrare

Store leftover Shanklish Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It is best consumed within 1-2 days.

Reîncălzire

This salad is best served chilled or at room temperature and does not require reheating.