SALAATA (AFGHAN SALAD)

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A popular salad in Afghanistan, it's made up of tomatoes, onion, cucumbers, radishes, lemon, cilantro and salt. I like to add just a little drizzle of honey in the dressing.From Afghan cooking.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 whole tomatoes, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 bunch cilantro, washed, chopped (1/2-3/4 cup)
1 lemon, juice of
drizzle honey (optional)
1 -2 medium cucumber
2 -3 radishes
salt

Steps:

  • Chop tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Mix these together in a bowl.
  • Juice one lemon and pour the juice over the top of the tomato, onion, and cilantro. Add honey now if using.
  • You can also add chopped cucumbers, as well as radishes.
  • Sprinkle with salt (to taste) a good pinch and toss the salad.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow all the juices to mix together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.6, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 10.3, Carbohydrate 9.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 1.7

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