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    Afghan Salata - Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Onions with Lemon Dressing

    April 30, 2014 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    Afghan salata,  a salad without oil in the dressing! Good for you and your waistline. Afghans take pride in cutting up the vegetables in small uniform pieces. It is a beautiful light salad. Of course other vegetables could be substituted if something is not in season.

    Afghan Salata

    Afghanistan is blessed to be able to grow many vegetables and this salata pronounced sa-laa-ta is the perfect accompaniment to the more hearty Afghan dishes.  It is light and can be made with many variations like carrots or mint, you get the idea. The best part of this salad is the dressing.  A good reminder that simply lemon with a dash of salt and pepper allows the natural flavors of the vegetables to shine.

    Afghan salata would be a lovely salad to go with just about any main dish.  An especially wonderful dish when you have an abundance of tomatoes or cucumbers in your garden.  I made this with my favorite tomato the globe.   What is your favorite tomato?

    This is a perfect recipe for summer. Take it along on a picnic with some Afghan kebabs and bolani for a well rounded meal.

    You can also simply scoop up the salad with some naan bread. Why not sit on the floor and eat using your right hand for an authentic Afghan experience.

     

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    Salata Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Onions with Lemon Dressing

    Afghan Salata is a super healthy salad that doesn't have oil in the dressing.  Feel free to use whatever fresh vegetables and herbs are in season for a real treat
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Afghanistan
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 44kcal
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 2 medium size tomatoes diced
    • 2 Persian cucumbers or 1 regular cucumber peeled and diced
    • 1 small red onion diced
    • ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
    • ¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 755IU | Vitamin C: 21.7mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.6mg

     

    You may also enjoy learning a bit more about Afghanistan here is Our journey to Afghanistan

    If you are looking for more Afghan recipes be sure to check out the other authentic Afghanistan recipes below.

    bolani – A stuffed flatbread

    Kebab-e-murgh  Chicken Kebab marinated in a yogurt cumin sauce.

    Kabuli Pulao – Afghan rice dish made lamb, carrots, raisins and apricots.

    Borani Banjan – Eggplant baked in a tangy tomato sauce

    Sheer Birinj – Rice pudding with almonds and cardamom

    More Afghanistan

    • Bolani
      Bolani - An Afghan Stuffed Flat Bread
    • Afghan Rice Pudding
      Sheer Birinj – Afghan Rice Pudding
    • Borani Banjan
      Borani Banjan –Afghan Eggplant Dish
    • Kabuli Pulao
      Kabuli Pulao -Afghan rice dish with lamb, carrots, raisins and apricots
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