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.
Forkin tarafından hazırlanan özgün tarif
- Toplam süre
- 25 dk.
- Porsiyon
- 4
- Zorluk
- Kolay
- Porsiyon başına
- 38 kcal
Ön hazırlık
Malzemeler
Malzemeler
- 1 adetcucumber, finely diced
- 2 adettomato, finely diced
- 0,5 adetgreen bell pepper, finely diced
- 0,5 adetred onion, finely diced
- 0,25 su bardağıfresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 yemek kaşığıfresh mint, finely chopped
dressing
- 3 yemek kaşığılemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 0,5 çay kaşığıcumin, ground
- 0,5 çay kaşığısalt
- 0,25 çay kaşığıblack pepper, freshly ground
- 2 yemek kaşığıwater
Ekipman
Large mixing bowl · Small mixing bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Measuring cups · Plastic wrap or lid
Hazırlanışı
Adım adım
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh produce: cucumber, tomato, green bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
Yaklaşık 2 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 7 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 3 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
- 5
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and water until well combined.
Yaklaşık 2 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
- 7
Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the vibrant dressing.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 10 dk.
Aşçının notu: 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.
Yaklaşık 1 dk.
Porsiyon başına
Besin değerleri
- Kalori
- 38,4kcal
- Protein
- 1,6g
- Karbonhidrat
- 8,6g
- Yağ
- 0,4g
- Lif
- 2g
- Şeker
- 4,4g
Tarifteki malzeme miktarlarından tahmin edilmiştir. Değerler markalara ve değişikliklere göre farklılık gösterebilir.
Tazeliğini koruyun
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.