The Middle Eastern Salad knows how to alleviate the summer heat and the summer doldrums. The juicy, ruby, sweet pomegranate seeds, bright tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber are enhanced with the herbaceous and cooling flavors of parsley and mint, with a hint of lemon. Whether you’re in the heart of the desert or relaxing poolside, Middle Eastern Salad knows how to satisfy your hunger with a burst of refreshment!
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons mint, chopped
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
Directions
Step 1 –Combine the tomatoes, the cucumber, the pomegranate seeds, the red onion, the parsley, and the mint in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2 –Whisk together the olive oil, the lemon juice, the salt, and the pepper in a small bowl.
Step 3 –Top the salad with the dressing and toss to combine.
Step 4 –Serve.
