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Jarjeer Salad

Cultural Context

Originating in Qatar, Jarjeer Salad is a refreshing dish that highlights the peppery flavor of arugula, often enjoyed in the region's warm climate. It embodies the simplicity of Middle Eastern cuisine, celebrating fresh vegetables and vibrant flavors. Today, variations of this salad can be found in many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern restaurants around the world, often adapted with local ingredients.

QatariQAside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups jarjeer (arugula)
4 oz feta cheese
1 medium red onion
1/4 cup fresh mint
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/4 cup pistachios
1 medium cucumber
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Goat cheese offers a similar tangy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Avocado oil is healthier while sunflower oil is often less expensive.

pomegranate seeds

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cranberries provide sweetness and color at a lower cost.

1

Chop jarjeer (arugula) and place it in the center of a bowl.

2

Sprinkle chopped tomatoes over the jarjeer.

3

Add sliced cucumber and sliced red onion on top.

4

Crumble feta cheese over the salad.

5

Add pomegranate seeds for flavor.

6

Sprinkle pistachios on the salad (or substitute with almonds or walnuts).

7

Add fresh mint leaves to the salad (or substitute with cilantro/coriander).

8

Drizzle olive oil over the salad.

9

Squeeze lemon or lime juice over the top.

10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Equipment Needed

large bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Rocket SaladArugula Salad

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