Description
Zesty Mediterranean Parsley Salad brings fresh herb magic to your table with crisp, bold flavors. Quick and simple ingredients combine for a light, refreshing side that you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Herbs and Vegetables:
- 2 cups fresh parsley leaves (flat-leaf preferred), roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup cucumber, diced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground sumac
Instructions
- Gather and chop fresh herbs and vegetables with precision, ensuring uniform sizes for optimal texture and visual appeal.
- Place parsley, mint, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and capers into a spacious mixing vessel, gently intermingling the ingredients to create a vibrant base.
- Craft a zesty emulsion by whisking olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and sumac in a compact container until thoroughly blended.
- Cascade the aromatic dressing over the herb-vegetable medley, using delicate motions to coat each ingredient without bruising the delicate herbs.
- Optional: Crumble feta cheese across the salad’s surface, adding a creamy, tangy dimension to the bright, herbaceous composition.
- Present the salad immediately to preserve its crisp texture and vibrant flavors, serving as an elegant side dish or light, refreshing appetizer.
Notes
- Chop parsley and herbs super fine for a delicate, fresh texture that melts in your mouth.
- Use fresh herbs at room temperature to maximize their vibrant flavor and aromatic oils.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken, chickpeas, or quinoa to transform this salad into a complete meal.
- Skip the feta for a dairy-free version or replace with nutritional yeast for a similar tangy flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg