Salads
Cucumber Mint Zaalouk Salad
⏱ 25 minutes
🍽 4 people
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Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and grated
- 2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, lettuce)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can of crushed tomatoes (14 oz)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, mint leaves, and grated cucumber.
- In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the crushed tomatoes to the saucepan, along with the smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the salad ingredients and toss to combine.
- Squeeze the lemon juice over the salad and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Just before serving, crumble feta cheese on top (if using) and serve chilled.
- Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
