CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD WITH CILANTRO AND MINT

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Greater Los Angeles is a collection of not just smaller cities but also exotic populations. Among those cities is Glendale (not so small: it would be the second-most-populous city in New England), a center of the Armenian diaspora and home to one of the world's largest Armenian populations outside Armenia. Fleeing religious violence in the late 19th century, genocide in the early 20th or the Soviet Union after that, Armenian Californians became integral in the development of the fig, raisin and bulgur businesses. They also opened restaurants. This salad comes from one of them, Adana. The chef and owner, Edward Khechemyan, gave me the recipe in 2013.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     quick, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
1/2 small white onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped purple or green basil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili powder (or ancho chile powder)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl; toss, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 72, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 309 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

Dakshya Khamcha
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's made with just a few fresh ingredients, but it's packed with flavor.


Warrior M.O.W
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This salad is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Isaac Robless
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes, and this one fits the bill. It's easy to make and packed with flavor.


nombulelo ngubane
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


B Moor
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh summer produce.


Ogujiofor Chiamaka
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I wasn't sure about the combination of cucumber and tomato, but I was pleasantly surprised. This salad is light and flavorful, and the herbs really make it.


Othabetswe Hasly
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love that it's made with simple, fresh ingredients.


aakriti ghale
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect side dish for summer gatherings.


Hem kamu
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Made this for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors.


Raju Kallpett
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Easy to make and delicious! I used fresh herbs from my garden and the salad was so flavorful.


Rylan Taylor
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This cucumber and tomato salad was light and refreshing, with a subtle kick from the cilantro and mint. I added a bit of extra lime juice and salt to taste, and it was perfect.