Salade de Concombres

Salade de Concombres is a refreshing Moroccan cucumber salad that combines the crispness of cucumbers with a burst of vibrant flavors from herbs and spices. This dish is perfect for a light meal or as a side to complement your favorite Moroccan dishes.

Ingredients

• Cucumbers - 2 medium, peeled and diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, tomato, and red onion.
2. Add the chopped parsley and mint to the bowl and mix gently.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are well-coated.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories, making it a perfect choice for weight management.
• Rich in hydration due to high water content in cucumbers.

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