This is a traditional salad that is also served with meat dishes and falafel. The crispness of the cucumbers and onions blends wonderfully with the tenderness of the tomatoes and the refreshing lemon juice.

Serves 4 to 6

 

Ingredients:

– 1 medium white onion, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

– 1 large, seedless English cucumber (or 3 Persian cucumbers), cut into 1/2-inch cubed

– 1 green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

– 2 large tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– Juice of 1 lemon

– 1/2 teaspoon of salt

– 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

 

Directions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the onion, cucumber, bell pepper and tomatoes.

2. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Mix well.

3. Serve chilled.

 

 

 

Happy Cooking!

The Petite Gourmande

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