Israeli Salad with Feta and Mint

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
16%
Israeli Salad with Feta and Mint
15 min.
8
124kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Israeli Salad with Feta and Mint. Perfectly suited for any occasion, this salad is not only vegetarian and gluten-free but also a delightful addition to your dining table. With its colorful array of fresh vegetables, including crisp Persian cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, and sweet bell peppers, this dish is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate.

The combination of crumbled feta cheese and fragrant mint elevates this salad to new heights, providing a creamy texture and a burst of freshness that will tantalize your taste buds. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport you straight to the sun-soaked shores of Israel.

Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a stunning side dish for gatherings and celebrations. Whether served as an antipasti, a starter, or a light snack, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. With only 124 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a nutritious and satisfying meal. Dive into this delightful recipe and bring a taste of the Mediterranean to your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 tsp cinnamon 
  • lb cucumber diced
  • tbsp olive oil extra virgin 
  • cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • tbsp juice of lemon fresh
  •  bell pepper diced red seeded
  • 0.5 tsp salt to taste
  • lb tomatoes diced red ripe seeded
  •  bell pepper diced yellow seeded

Equipment

    Directions

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    3. Israeli Salad with Feta and Mint
    4. Ingredients1 lb Persian cucumbers, diced1 lb ripe red tomatoes, seeded and diced1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced1/2 cup chopped fresh mint3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil3 tbsp fresh lemon juice1/4 tsp cinnamon1/2 tsp salt, or more to taste1 cup crumbled feta cheese
    5. Total Time: 15 Minutes
    6. Servings: 8 side, 2 main
    7. Kosher Key: Dairy

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories124kcal
    Protein12.1%
    Fat66.7%
    Carbs21.2%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    14.63
    Glycemic Load
    1.09
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    10.537391393081%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    1.14mg
    Hesperetin
    1.1mg
    Naringenin
    0.46mg
    Apigenin
    0.16mg
    Luteolin
    0.6mg
    Kaempferol
    0.06mg
    Myricetin
    0.11mg
    Quercetin
    0.54mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:124.4kcal
    6.22%
    Fat:9.6g
    14.77%
    Saturated Fat:3.26g
    20.4%
    Carbohydrates:6.87g
    2.29%
    Net Carbohydrates:5.06g
    1.84%
    Sugar:3.04g
    3.38%
    Cholesterol:16.69mg
    5.56%
    Sodium:365mg
    15.87%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:3.92g
    7.84%
    Vitamin C:58.99mg
    71.51%
    Vitamin A:1207.79IU
    24.16%
    Vitamin B2:0.21mg
    12.23%
    Vitamin K:12.81µg
    12.2%
    Calcium:116.85mg
    11.69%
    Vitamin B6:0.23mg
    11.42%
    Phosphorus:98.69mg
    9.87%
    Manganese:0.19mg
    9.68%
    Folate:37.49µg
    9.37%
    Vitamin E:1.36mg
    9.06%
    Potassium:308.26mg
    8.81%
    Fiber:1.81g
    7.23%
    Magnesium:22.81mg
    5.7%
    Vitamin B1:0.08mg
    5.55%
    Zinc:0.83mg
    5.54%
    Copper:0.11mg
    5.43%
    Vitamin B12:0.32µg
    5.28%
    Vitamin B5:0.46mg
    4.57%
    Vitamin B3:0.88mg
    4.38%
    Selenium:2.94µg
    4.2%
    Iron:0.72mg
    3.98%