Want something light, yet fulfilling? Making salads is an art; a delicious, healthy art. If you are a salad lover, then you will definitely love this Arabic Chopped Salad (Salata Arabiyeh). It is great as a snack or paired with a meal!
Preparing such a tasty salad at home or ordering it at a restaurant is always a must. It is super tasty and filled with freshly cut vegetables that will make your mouth water just thinking about them.
Salads are the best way to stay healthy and eat clean!
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Your New Favorite Salad
This is a traditional Middle Eastern salad that many prefer to eat as a side dish.
These days, people are familiar with many kinds of different salads. One of the easiest to make is this Arabic Chopped Salad. All you need to do is get some fresh vegetables, wash them thoroughly, chop, and enjoy!
It is perfect for hot summer days when you’re looking for a refreshing bite to cool you down.
If you are not a big fan of salads, I’m sure that this Arabic chopped salad will change things up and be everything you’ve ever wanted. Just looking at the vibrant colors of the vegetables will make you hungry, and the seasonings used, such as sumac, make it even better!
Another Day, Another Salad
The Joy of Serving Others
This Salata Arabiyeh is such an easy salad to assemble for a gathering or a busy day. It is my favorite salad during the month of Ramadan since it is light on the stomach. It can be served next to Chicken Maqluba (Flipped Upside Down), Vegetable Rice Pilaf, Chicken Mandi, or even Ouzi Rice With Ground Beef.
Along with this salad, there are a few other dishes that will be on every Iftar table, such as Lentil Soup (Shorbet Adas), Lebanese Fried Kibbeh Recipe, and Crispy Cheese Borek (Turkish Cheese Rolls).
Refreshingly Delicious
Simple Suggestions for Salad Enthusiasts
First and foremost, your vegetables should be garden-fresh and preferably not frozen for a more authentic taste.
The key is to chop everything finely so it goes with most Middle Eastern dishes. You can also adjust the amount of salt and lemon juice to your liking.
Always make sure that the salad is pleasing to the eye, think of the contrast and harmony of colors.
Make sure to wash your vegetables thoroughly before peeling or chopping them. Some ways for you to properly wash them is by using vinegar, salt, or lemon. Mix equal parts of water, lemon, and vinegar in a bowl. Submerge your vegetables in this mix for 10 minutes. Dry well, then chop or peel if needed.
If you want to prepare this salad to take with you to work or to a family gathering, you could always chop everything and put it in a container, then add the dressing and mix when you’re ready to enjoy.
Light on Calories, Loaded with Flavor
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ancient Greeks and Romans were the first known people to create salads.
Although it is better to serve this Arabic Chopped Salad fresh, if you still have some leftovers, you can always store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
Always pick fresh vegetables. Choose the proper kind of greenery, and add a healthy amount of freshly squeezed lemon juice with lots of sumac and olive oil.
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Ingredients
Here is everything you might need for this recipe:
Tomatoes: Remove the tomato core with a sharp knife, then cut it in half, and continue cutting it into the desired size.
Radishes: Cut off the root, and the stem end. After that, chop into little cubes.
Romain Heart: They are the center leaves of Romaine lettuce. Smaller, more yellow, and sweeter, these leaves have a delicious flavor and texture.
Green Onion: It has a mild and oniony flavor. Chop into small pieces to enjoy more in your vegetable mix.
Parsley: It is preferable to wash with cold water, dry it up, and chop either by hand or using a food processor.
Cucumber: Make sure to choose from ones with no spongy spots. Cut them into small cubes.
For the Dressing:
Sumac: Uses to add more flavor and sourness.
Lemon: A must in any salad dressing.
Salt: It adds to the flavor.
Olive Oil: Add oil to lift up the taste and aromas of the dish.
The key is to chop everything finely, so it goes with most dishes. Mix the ingredients together and that is it.
Side note: You can adjust salt and lemon juice to your liking, and you can also add bell peppers.
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Steps for this Extraordinary Salad
First, get your fresh vegetables and wash them properly with water.
Next, chop your vegetables finely in little cubes for better results.
After that, you can add your dressing with the amount of lemon and olive oil that your heart desires.
Finally, mix everything together and serve it next to your preferred main dish.
Stay Tuned, Tasty Chopped Salad
Other Must Try Recipes:
Tabbouli Salad Recipe (Tabbouleh)
Middle Eastern Spiced Baked Chicken
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Arabic Chopped Salad
Ingredients
- 2 large tomatoes
- 3 large radishes
- 1 Romain heart
- ⅓ green onion
- ¼ cup parsley
- ½ large cucumber or 3 small Persian Cucumbers
Dressing
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1 lemon's juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Chop everything finely.
- Mix the dressing ingredients together and add to your chopped vegetables.
Notes
- First of all, the key is to chop everything into nice little cubes for better results. You can always add any kind of vegetables of your liking. Like: carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, or red onion.
- Always make sure that the vegetables are completely dry for better flavor. Wet ingredients will not allow the dressing to stick properly to the vegetables.
- Last, you can add seeds and nuts as a great salad topper. Don’t forget, you can adjust the salt and lemon juice to your liking.
Amazing simple salad, great with everything !