Shirazi Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Shirazi Salad
45 min.
6
167kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Shirazi Salad, a refreshing and wholesome dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing blend of fresh herbs and vegetables, this salad is not just a meal, but a celebration of health and taste. Whether you're looking for the perfect side dish for your next gathering or a light snack to enliven your day, Shirazi Salad is an ideal choice.

Crafted with an array of fresh ingredients, including juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic herbs like dill, parsley, and cilantro, each bite offers a burst of flavor. The addition of zesty lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil elevates the dish, making it not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious. At just 167 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free delight that caters to various dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

Perfect for warm days or any occasion that calls for a refreshing side, Shirazi Salad is versatile enough to complement any main course or stand alone as a healthy snack. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this delightful salad and serve it to friends and family, showcasing your culinary skills while indulging in a dish that’s as good for you as it is pleasing to the palate. Dive into the flavors of Shirazi Salad and savor the health benefits wrapped in every bite.

Ingredients

  • pints cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 bunch chives cut into 1" pieces
  • pound cucumber english peeled cut into bite-size pieces
  • 0.3 bunch optional: dill with tender stems and blossoms, cut into 1" pieces
  • cup parsley fresh with tender stems
  • cup cilantro leaves fresh with tender stems
  • 0.3 cup tarragon fresh
  •  garlic clove finely grated
  • large heirloom tomatoes sliced
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh divided
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin divided
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • medium spring onion thinly sliced
  • small tomatoes red cut into wedges

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Combine spring onion and vinegar in a small bowl; let sit 20 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. Toss spring onion, cucumbers, garlic, all tomatoes, 1/4 cup lime juice, and 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss gently with hands to coat.
  4. Transfer salad to a platter, reserving bowl.
  5. Add herbs and remaining 1/4 cup lime juice and 2 tablespoons oil to reserved bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Mound herb mixture over salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories167kcal
Protein9.55%
Fat50.94%
Carbs39.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.17
Glycemic Load
2.56
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.171739044397%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.44mg
Hesperetin
1.81mg
Naringenin
1.11mg
Apigenin
21.55mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.38mg
Myricetin
1.71mg
Quercetin
3.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.6kcal
8.33%
Fat:10.21g
15.7%
Saturated Fat:1.42g
8.89%
Carbohydrates:17.81g
5.94%
Net Carbohydrates:13.6g
4.95%
Sugar:9.48g
10.53%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:36.52mg
1.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.31g
8.61%
Vitamin K:205.9µg
196.1%
Vitamin C:81.2mg
98.42%
Vitamin A:3254.01IU
65.08%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.27%
Potassium:978.67mg
27.96%
Vitamin E:3.27mg
21.81%
Folate:80.58µg
20.14%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.24%
Iron:3.18mg
17.67%
Fiber:4.21g
16.82%
Copper:0.31mg
15.43%
Magnesium:55.99mg
14%
Phosphorus:115.86mg
11.59%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.84%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.66%
Calcium:89.95mg
8.99%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.72%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.07%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.66%
Selenium:1.11µg
1.58%
Source:Epicurious