Beyaz Peynirli Salata

Beyaz Peynirli Salata is a refreshing Turkish salad featuring creamy white cheese, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This low-carb dish is perfect for a light dinner, offering a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

• Feta cheese - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium (approximately 200 grams)
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Red onion - 1 small (approximately 50 grams)
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash the cucumber and cherry tomatoes thoroughly. Dice the cucumber into small cubes and halve the cherry tomatoes.
2. Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Finely chop the fresh parsley.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley.
4. Crumble the feta cheese into the bowl with the vegetables.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and calcium from feta cheese, supporting bone health.
• High in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables, promoting overall wellness.

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