Description
Shirazi Salad is a fresh and tangy Persian salad featuring diced cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and red onion, tossed with fresh herbs and a zesty lime and olive oil dressing. This refreshing salad is perfect as a light side dish or appetizer and showcases vibrant flavors from traditional Persian ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups Persian cucumbers, diced
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
Herbs
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the diced Persian cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.
- Add Herbs: Add the chopped fresh parsley and mint to the bowl and toss the mixture gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well blended to create the salad dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients with the dressing evenly.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the Shirazi salad immediately for optimum freshness or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
Notes
- This salad is best served fresh but can be chilled for up to a couple of hours before serving.
- Using Persian cucumbers is preferred due to their mild flavor and thin skin, but English cucumbers can be a substitute.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- For an extra tangy flavor, you can add a splash of white vinegar along with the lime juice.
- Shirazi Salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, rice dishes, and as a refreshing side in warm weather.
