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Fresh Israeli Chopped Salad with Zaatar Oil

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A vibrant and healthy chopped salad featuring diced cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and fresh herbs, dressed with aromatic za’atar infused olive oil. Perfect for quick meals and packed with bold Middle Eastern flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons za’atar spice blend

Instructions

  1. Rinse all fresh produce thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into small, uniform pieces (about 1/2 inch). Peel and dice the cucumber to match. Chop the red bell pepper and finely dice the red onion if using. Finely chop the parsley and mint leaves.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint. Add a pinch of salt and toss gently to distribute ingredients evenly.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, stir together the olive oil and za’atar spice blend until well combined.
  4. Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the salad, being careful to avoid seeds.
  5. Pour the za’atar oil evenly over the vegetable mix. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all pieces. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If you can’t find za’atar, mix equal parts dried thyme, sumac, and toasted sesame seeds as a substitute. Chop herbs and veggies ahead of time and dress just before serving to keep salad crisp. Letting the salad rest for 10-15 minutes enhances flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: Israeli salad, chopped salad, zaatar oil, Middle Eastern salad, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad

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