Laban Salad

Laban Salad is a refreshing Lebanese dish featuring creamy yogurt, crisp vegetables, and zesty herbs, perfect for any meal. This light and nutritious salad is a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to the Mediterranean with every bite.

Ingredients

• Plain yogurt - 240 ml
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh mint leaves - 10 g, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 10 g, chopped
• Lemon juice - 15 ml
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, chopped mint, and parsley to the yogurt mixture. Stir gently to combine, being careful not to mash the vegetables.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to your preference.
4. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in probiotics from yogurt, promoting gut health.
• High in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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