Turkish Feta Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
A refreshing and tangy salad originating from Turkey, featuring feta cheese, cucumbers, and tomatoes.
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Ingredients
- 250 gfeta cheese(crumbly)
- 2 kgcucumbers
- 1½ kgtomatoes(halved)
- 1 kgred onion(thinly sliced)
- 2 bunchparsley(chopped)
- 4 mllemon juice(freshly squeezed)
- 10 mlolive oil(cold)
- 1 gsalt(to taste)
- ½ gblack pepper(to taste)
- 100 gpomegranate seeds
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
Tip: Use a large bowl to prevent the salad from becoming too soggy.
- 2
Add the chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and a drizzle of cold olive oil to the bowl.
Tip: Mix well to combine and adjust seasoning as needed.
- 3
Squeeze the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the salad and sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to your liking, being mindful of the tanginess of the feta cheese.
- 4
Gently fold in the pomegranate seeds, taking care not to bruise them.
Tip: This adds a burst of juicy sweetness to the salad.
- 5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: This step allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more complex and satisfying salad.
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