SALATAT KHIYAR (ALGERIAN CUCUMBER SALAD)

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This recipe was initially posted in response to a round the world game. Not only did it sound good but once I got around to trying it myself, it WAS good! I'm not usually a cucumber person but I really like this recipe.

Provided by Missy Wombat

Categories     African

Time 15m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large cucumber, peeled,halved lengthwise,seeded,thinly sliced
1/2 green capsicum, cored,seeded and cut in half lengthwise
1/3 cup pitted and coarsely chopped green olives
4 large fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the cucumber in a salad bowl with the green pepper, olives, and mint.
  • Add the coriander, paprika, olive oil, and vinegar, season with salt and pepper, toss again, and serve.

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