Afghani Salata | Afghan Salad | Cook with Zahen

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil is healthier while sunflower oil is cost-effective.

green chili

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño offers similar heat, while bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

red onion

🥗Healthier: yellow onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Yellow onion is healthier, while white onion is often cheaper.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro adds freshness, while spinach is a budget-friendly leafy green.

Chop tomatoes into small cubes.

Dice cucumbers and place them in a bowl.

Finely chop red onion and add to the bowl.

Slice green chili thinly and mix in.

Chop parsley and add to the salad.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture.

Drizzle olive oil on top.

Sprinkle salt to taste.

Toss all ingredients gently to combine.

Let the salad rest for a few minutes to meld flavors.

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