FRESH MINT AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TAHINI VINAIGRETTE

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This is a simple salad with a Middle Eastern feel. It's as easy as it looks! From The Conscious Cook by Chef Tal Ronnen.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons tahini
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (or grapeseed oil)
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
2 teaspoons shallots, minced (or red onion or scallion, white part)
1 small garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons light agave nectar (or honey)
3/4 cup plain soy yogurt (or regular yogurt)
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
sea salt
feshly ground black pepper (optional)
1 English cucumber, peeled, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • To make vinaigrette:.
  • Combine tahini, oil, lemon juice, shallot, garlic, agave nectar, yogurt, vinegar, and 1/4 cup water in a blender and puree until smooth, adding more water if needed to make dressing pourable. Add cayenne and season to taste with salt and pepper(if using).
  • To make salad:.
  • Place the cucumber in a small bowl, top with enough of dressing to coat generously, and then sprinkle with the mint and parsley. Toss to combine. Serve and enjoy!

Patricia McGovern
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Rupa Majhi
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I would recommend this salad to anyone who loves fresh, flavorful salads.


Aaliyan Zafar
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it.


Stars Sky
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I used a store-bought tahini dressing, but I'm sure it would be even better with homemade.


khalid Walker
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I added some grilled chicken to this salad for a heartier meal.


Melissa Walmsley
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Margaret Onyinye
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I would definitely make this salad again.


Khaled elhirche
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dunaj Cvokic
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I'm not usually a fan of tahini, but it worked really well in this salad.


Rahul Thakur Rahul Thakur Rahul Thakur Rahul Thakur
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.


Kane Alvarez
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh mint and cucumbers from the garden.


Samaira Recio
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I loved the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few ingredients, but they all come together to create a really delicious dish.


Alan Valerio
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This salad was incredibly refreshing and flavorful. The combination of mint, cucumber, and tahini vinaigrette was perfect.


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