Moroccan Cucumber Salad Recipe - CookingWithAlia - Episode 107

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while being versatile.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice provides similar acidity and flavor.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onion adds freshness with a milder taste.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

Slice cucumbers into thin rounds.

Chop red onion finely.

Dice tomatoes and bell peppers.

Finely chop parsley and mint leaves.

Combine cucumbers, red onion, tomatoes, and bell peppers in a bowl.

Add chopped parsley and mint to the mixture.

Drizzle olive oil over the salad.

Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the bowl.

Sprinkle cumin, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Add minced garlic and chili flakes if desired.

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients.

Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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