Gavurdagi Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of Turkey with this refreshing Gavurdagi Salad, a delightful medley of finely diced tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. Tossed with fresh herbs and crunchy walnuts, it's all brought together by a bright, tangy pomegranate molasses dressing. This salad is a perfect light meal or a zesty accompaniment to any grilled dish.
Оригинальный рецепт от Forkin
- Общее время
- 30 мин
- Порции
- 4
- Сложность
- Легко
- На порцию
- 250 kcal
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Подготовка
Ингредиенты
Ингредиенты
- 3 шт.tomato, finely diced
- 1 шт.cucumber, finely diced
- 1 шт.green pepper, finely diced
- 0,5 шт.red onion, finely diced
- 0,5 стаканfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0,25 стаканfresh mint, finely chopped
- 0,5 стаканwalnut, coarsely chopped
dressing
- 3 ст. л.pomegranate molasses
- 2 ст. л.olive oil
- 1 ст. л.lemon juice
- 0,5 ч. л.salt
- 0,25 ч. л.black pepper, freshly ground
Инвентарь
Large mixing bowl · Small bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Measuring cups · Plastic wrap
Приготовление
Шаг за шагом
- 1
Finely dice the tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, and red onion into small, uniform pieces (approximately 1/4-inch cubes) and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Около 10 мин
Совет повара: Uniform dicing ensures each bite has a balanced flavor and texture. Aim for pieces no larger than a pea.
- 2
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves, then add them to the bowl with the diced vegetables.
Около 3 мин
Совет повара: Use a sharp chef's knife to chop herbs to prevent bruising, which can diminish their vibrant color and flavor.
- 3
In a small separate bowl, combine the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
Около 1 мин
- 4
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously until they are thoroughly emulsified and well combined.
Около 2 мин
Совет повара: Taste the dressing at this stage and adjust the balance of sweet, sour, and salty to your preference. Add more lemon for tang or molasses for sweetness.
- 5
Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the diced vegetables and herbs in the large mixing bowl.
Около 1 мин
- 6
Gently toss the salad using a large spoon and fork until all the vegetables and herbs are uniformly coated with the vibrant dressing.
Около 2 мин
Совет повара: Avoid over-tossing, which can bruise the delicate herbs and make the vegetables watery. Mix just until combined.
- 7
Stir in the chopped walnuts, distributing them evenly throughout the salad.
Около 1 мин
Совет повара: For extra crunch and flavor, lightly toast the walnuts in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- 8
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate the Gavurdagi salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Около 10 мин
Совет повара: Chilling not only enhances the refreshing quality of the salad but also allows the vegetables to absorb the dressing's flavors more deeply.
- 9
Serve the chilled Gavurdagi salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.
На порцию
Пищевая ценность
- Калории
- 249,8kcal
- Белок
- 4,7g
- Углеводы
- 24g
- Жиры
- 17g
- Клетчатка
- 4,2g
- Сахара
- 14,6g
Расчёт основан на количестве ингредиентов в рецепте. Значения могут меняться в зависимости от бренда и замен.
Правильное хранение
This vibrant salad pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, lamb kebabs, or a simple piece of fish. For a heartier meal, consider adding some crumbled feta cheese or chickpeas. A crisp, dry white wine or a glass of ayran (Turkish yogurt drink) would complement its fresh flavors beautifully.
Store leftover Gavurdagi salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This salad is best served cold and does not require reheating. If the vegetables have released too much liquid, drain before serving.