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Salata

Cultural Context

Originating from Afghanistan, Salata is a refreshing salad that showcases the vibrant produce of the region. It is often served alongside main dishes, providing a crisp contrast to richer flavors. Today, variations of Salata can be found in many Middle Eastern and Central Asian cuisines, reflecting a shared appreciation for fresh ingredients and bold flavors.

AfghanAFside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 red onion
2 tomatoes
half cucumber
half lime
some fresh coriander leaves
half tsp salt
half tsp dry mint

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a similar flavor.

red onions

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: white onions

Green onions offer a milder taste and are often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley gives a fresh taste and is more widely available.

1

Chop tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.

2

Finely slice the red onion and add to the chopped vegetables.

3

Roughly chop fresh coriander leaves and mix with the other ingredients.

4

Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the salad mixture.

5

Season with half a teaspoon of salt and half a teaspoon of dry mint.

Spice Level:

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Dietary

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Also Known As

Afghan SaladSalad-e Afghani

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