Side DishSalad

Salad Shirazi

Name: Salad Shirazi
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 portioner
Cuisine: persian
Ingredients: 2 st cucumber finely diced; 3 st tomato finely diced; 0,5 st red onion finely diced; 2 msk fresh mint finely chopped; 2 msk fresh parsley finely chopped (valfritt); 3 msk lime juice freshly squeezed; 2 msk olive oil; 0,5 tsk salt; 0,25 tsk black pepper freshly ground

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.

Ett originalrecept av Forkin

Total tid: 25 min
Portioner: 4
Svårighetsgrad: Lätt
Per portion: 120 kcal

VegansktVegetarisktGlutenfritt

Förberedelser

Ingredienser

2 stcucumber, finely diced
3 sttomato, finely diced
0,5 stred onion, finely diced
2 mskfresh mint, finely chopped
2 mskfresh parsley, finely chopped(valfritt)
0,5 tsksalt
0,25 tskblack pepper, freshly ground

dressing

3 msklime juice, freshly squeezed
2 mskolive oil

Utrustning

Large mixing bowl · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Citrus juicer (valfritt) · Plastic wrap

Gör så här

Steg för steg

1
Wash and thoroughly dry the cucumbers, tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 8 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 2 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 1 min
5
Add the chopped fresh mint and parsley to the vegetable mixture.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: Freshly squeezed lime juice offers a brighter, more authentic flavor than bottled juice.
7
Season the salad with salt and black pepper.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 1 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Cirka 10 min
Kockens tips: 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.
Kockens tips: For an extra touch, garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a sprinkle of sumac.

Per portion

Näringsvärden

76%Betyg

Kalorier: 119,5kcal
Protein: 2,8g
Kolhydrater: 13,7g
Fett: 7,3g
Fiber: 3,3g
Socker: 6,5g

Beräknat utifrån mängderna i receptet. Värdena kan variera beroende på varumärken och byten.

Håll det gott

Kockens tips:

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.

Förvaring

Store leftover Salad Shirazi in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Uppvärmning

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.