Tomato and Cucumber Salad

This refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad is a staple Lebanese breakfast, combining juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers with a zesty dressing. It's light, nutritious, and perfect for starting your day on a healthy note.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 200 grams, diced
• Cucumber - 150 grams, diced
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes and cucumbers.
2. Add the thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint to the bowl.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
5. Serve immediately or let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune health.
• High in water content, promoting hydration.

Tags