Tomato Cucumber Salad

This vibrant Tomato Cucumber Salad is a refreshing Lebanese dish, rich in high protein ingredients like chickpeas and feta. It's perfect as a light meal or a side dish, combining crunchy vegetables with zesty flavors.

Ingredients

• Tomatoes - 200 grams, diced
• Cucumbers - 150 grams, diced
• Canned chickpeas - 100 grams, drained and rinsed
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Red onion - 30 grams, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 15 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, drained chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped red onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
4. Add the chopped parsley and toss again for even distribution.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and cucumbers which may help reduce inflammation.
• High in protein from chickpeas and feta, supporting muscle health and satiety.

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