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Parsley Salad is a refreshing and herb-forward dish made with simple ingredients like fresh parsley, lemon, and olive oil. It’s a healthy, zesty salad that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, fish, or hearty mains.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh parsley leaves (flat-leaf preferred), roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground sumac (optional, for extra tang)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the salad ingredients:
    • In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mint (if using), red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and capers. Toss to mix.
  2. Make the dressing:
    • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and sumac (if using).
  3. Assemble the salad:
    • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
    • Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top if desired.
  4. Serve:
    • Serve immediately as a side dish or a light appetizer.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a couple of hours ahead of time, but add the dressing just before serving to keep it fresh.
  • For a heartier version, toss in cooked quinoa, bulgur, or chickpeas.