Israeli Salad

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Here’s a simple and delicious Israeli Salad with veggies, parsley, and a quick lemon-olive oil dressing.

We love topping these Chicken Gyros or Chicken Shawarma Wraps with this easy-to-make, light, and refreshing salad.

Israeli Salad in a serving bowl.

Israeli Salad

Experience the fresh and vibrant taste of an authentic Israeli Salad, a dish I became obsessed with during my trip to Israel. This simple yet flavorful salad combines chopped tomatoes, crisp onions, cucumbers, and fresh herbs.

It’s a perfect addition to any meal, we love adding it to these Beef Gyros. After participating in local cooking classes in Israel, I’ve perfected this recipe, bringing a taste of Israeli culinary tradition right to your plate.

Combine vegetables; make the dressing; pour dressing over salad; toss to combine.

Ingredients

  • Cucumbers & Tomatoes: Form the base of the salad, offering crunch and juiciness.
  • Parsley & Red Onion: Add freshness and a hint of sharpness.
  • Lemon Juice & Olive Oil: Create a tangy and smooth dressing.
  • Paprika, Salt, & Pepper: Season the salad, adding spice and enhancing flavors.

QUICK TIP

Kristen suggests various Israeli Salad variations: add Greek yogurt for creaminess, chickpeas for heartiness, jalapeño for spice, olives, capers, or pepperoncini for zing, and top with feta cheese for extra flavor.

How To Make Israeli Salad

  • Chop cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, and red onions.
  • Mix lemon juice, olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper for dressing.
  • Toss vegetables with dressing.

Finished Israeli Salad.

Variation Ideas

  • Add a diced sweet or green bell pepper.
  • Toss in some other fresh herbs, like cilantro or fresh mint.
  • Add in some roasted chickpeas (we love the chickpeas on this Buddha bowl!).
  • Sprinkle in some sumac (a dried red Middle Eastern spice with a nice tartness).
  • Spoon some of the Israeli Salad on top of hummus.
  • Serve with toasted pita chips.

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Israeli Salad

5 from 2 votes
This simple Israeli Salad has veggies, parsley, and a quick lemon-olive oil dressing.
Israeli Salad in a serving bowl.
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Israeli Salad

Israeli Salad in a serving bowl.
5 from 2 votes
This simple Israeli Salad has veggies, parsley, and a quick lemon-olive oil dressing.
Course Salad, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine Healthy, Mediterranean, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword Israeli Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 as a side
Chelsea Lords
Calories 66kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/2 cups Persian cucumbers (~2 cucumbers)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Italian flat-leaf parsley
  • 3 tablespoons diced red onion
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • Fine sea salt and freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

  • SALAD: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, parsley, and red onion.
  • DRESSING: In a small bowl, stir together the lemon juice, oil, paprika, and salt and pepper to taste (I add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper). Whisk with a fork. Drizzle dressing over vegetables and stir to coat.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1628IU | Vitamin C: 39mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 2mg

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  1. 5 stars
    My granddaughter made this several nights ago and she added an avocado and it was delicious. Great salad and will use the recipe a lot. Vicki

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