Tossed Egyptian Salad

This Tossed Egyptian Salad is a refreshing, vibrant dish that combines the crispness of fresh vegetables with aromatic spices. It’s simple yet packed with Mediterranean flavors, making it a perfect accompaniment to main dishes or a light, satisfying meal on its own. The combination of parsley and mint adds a refreshing twist, while the fresh crunch of radish, cucumber, and lettuce elevates the texture.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 100 grams chopped romaine lettuce
• 50 grams diced cucumber
• 50 grams diced tomatoes
• 30 grams finely sliced red onion
• 30 grams thinly sliced radishes
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 tablespoon chopped mint
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Procedure:

• In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, radishes, parsley, and mint.
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
• Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together gently to coat.
• Serve the salad immediately, garnished with a little extra parsley or mint if desired.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 488 kcal
• Protein: 30.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
• Fat: 39.3 g