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This Shirazi Salad is a healthy, vegan delight that showcases the beauty of simplicity and the richness of Persian food!
With its refreshing flavors and vibrant colors, this salad is sure to become a favorite addition to your table.
Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a light snack, this Shirazi Salad is a perfect way to celebrate the natural goodness of fresh vegetables and herbs.
This recipe is naturally vegan and highlights simple ingredients. When making a recipe with just a few ingredients, it’s important to use the right quality ingredients to perfect the dish!
Roma tomatoes
Persian cucumbers
Red Onion
Flat Leaf Parlsey
Mint
Lemon Juice
Extra Virgin Olive oil
Sea salt (I use Celtic sea salt for extra minerals and flavor)
Hemp Seeds (optional)
Tips and Tricks on making the BESTHealthy Vegan Persian Shirazi Salad Recipe:
As mentioned, the quality of ingredients here is very important. Fresh ripe tomatoes are great for this dish, that’s why its a Spring and Summer favorite when tomatoes are at their peak.
Using ingredients with less water in this recipe is actually really key to the texture of the recipe.
That’s why I choose Roma tomatoes and Persian cucumbers when possible, these absorb the salt and still create a yummy liquid in the salad. Yet still hold their shape when diced. However, any tomato or cucumber will still work in this recipe.
There are different variations of the shirazi salad out there but I like the classic combo of adding fresh herbs of parsley and mint and a simple lemon, olive oil and sea salt dressing.
It may seem really simple but the flavors just really come together and it’s one of those recipes you wanna keep eating!
The liquid in this recipe is perfect for soaking up some bread and many people (including myself) have been knowing to drink some of the remaining juices-or use it to top on rice or quinoa!
Shirazi Salad: A Healthy Vegan Persian recipe
Healthy Vegan Persian Shirazi Salad Recipe made using minimal ingredients
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Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Ingredients
- 4 roma tomatoes, finely diced
- 4 Persian cucumbers, finely diced
- 1/2 large red onion, finely diced add more if you like more onion
- 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup mint, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp hemp seeds optional
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2-3 tsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1/2 tsp sea salt I used Celtic Sea salt
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly.
Trim the ends of the cucumbers and cut them into small, even-sized dice. Trim off the top of the tomato and finely dice them.
Peel and finely chop the red onion. Chop the fresh mint and parsley leaves.
Combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, chopped mint, and parsley and hemp seeds to a large bowl.
Top with lemon juice, sea salt and extra virgin olive oil.
Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
Place the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
Serve as a refreshing side dish alongside your favorite meals, with quinoa or enjoy it as a light and healthy snack with bread, chips or by itself.
Enjoy!
Keyword cucumber tomato onion salad, easy recipe, healthy, persian salad, shirazi salad, vegan recipe
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I like to add hemp seeds to this recipe to add some additional health benefits as hemp seeds are not only wonderful for the skin but the add a light extra flavor to dish and compliment it wonderfully!
Hemp Seed Health Benefits:
- Rich in Nutrients: Hemp seeds are packed with essential nutrients, including protein, healthy fats (omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids), fiber, vitamins (such as vitamin E), and minerals (like magnesium and phosphorus).
- Excellent Source of Plant-Based Protein: Hemp seeds are a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. They are especially beneficial for vegetarians and vegans looking to incorporate high-quality protein into their diets.
- Heart-Healthy Fats: Hemp seeds are abundant in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which have been associated with reducing the risk of heart disease. These fats help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and promote cardiovascular health.
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties: The omega-3 fatty acids found in hemp seeds possess anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate symptoms of inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis and certain skin conditions.
Healthy Salad Tip:
Looking for a more filling salad? Add quinoa, which isa complete protein and make this a delicious fiber rich salad! Plus, it stays gluten free for any of your gluten free friends you may be serving 🙂
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Hope you enjoy thisHealthy Vegan Persian Shirazi Salad Recipe! I crave this during summer months!
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