DICED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH TAHINI DRESSING

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Enjoy this flavorful salad with falafel, barbecued meat, fried fish or spoon it into a pita pocket. The recipe can be found in The Arabian Nights Cookbook: From Lamb Kebabs to Baba Ghanouj, Delicious Homestyle Arabian cooking. I found the recipe in the Toronto Star.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tomatoes, diced into 1/4 inch pieces
1 cucumber, peeled and diced into 1/4 inch pieces
4 -6 green onions, trimmed and finely chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup tahini
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 large pinch ground cardamom and cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place tomato, cucumber, onion and cilantro in medium sized salad bowl.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in blender for 1 minute or whisk thoroughly.
  • Pour over vegetables and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 310.1, Carbohydrate 12.1, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 3.6, Protein 4.2

Deny Dizol
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Overall, this salad is a great option for a healthy and delicious meal.


Francois Van der Merwe
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This salad is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder or cayenne pepper.


Kiyang Nicopior
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This salad is a great healthy option for a summer picnic or potluck.


Ibrahim Khalilullah
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I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The tahini dressing is especially good.


Ngcebo Ndlovu
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This salad is a bit too heavy on the dressing for my taste. I would recommend using less dressing or adding some more vegetables.


Karla Martinez
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or fish. It's also a great option for a vegetarian or vegan meal.


Fasteststar and Bean863
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Miskatmuhammod mirkattalukdee
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more herbs or spices.


Masud Sylhet
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I added some chopped nuts and dried fruit to the salad for some extra crunch and sweetness.


Salome Mshana
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Prem Ray
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I wasn't a big fan of the bulgur. I think it would be better with rice or pasta.


Paige Whitehead
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This salad is a great make-ahead lunch option. I like to make a big batch on Sunday and then eat it throughout the week.


Tk Biswas
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Yonatan Lopez
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Overall, this salad is a great healthy option that is easy to make and can be adapted to your own preferences.


Kaylen Garret
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The tahini dressing is a bit too strong for my taste. I would recommend using less tahini or adding some more water.


AQBoss 333
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Easy to make and very tasty. I added some grilled chicken and it was a complete meal.


Abdi Nuure
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I substituted quinoa for the bulgur and it turned out great! The salad was a hit at my potluck.


Bismark Owusu
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This salad was a delightful burst of flavors and textures. The tahini dressing was creamy and tangy, perfectly complementing the crisp vegetables.


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