Salad Shirazi

سالاد شیرازی Salad Shirazi is a traditional Iranian salad made with Persian cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and dried mint. It is dressed with freshly squeezed lime juice or verjuice and olive oil dressing. This is a traditional Iranian salad that is crunchy, colorful, super delicious, and easy to make. Salad Shirazi serves as a great side dish for most meals and is so delightful that you can enjoy it with a spoon.

Salad Shirazi

Ingredients

Serves 4-6

- 6 Persian cucumbers, peeled, diced
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes, seeded, diced
- 1 medium red onion, diced

For the dressing:

- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice or verjuice (abghooreh)
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, dried mint, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.

- In a serving bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, and onion. Place the chopped tomatoes and onion.

- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.

- Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Enjoy!