Çoban salatası

Çoban salatası, a vibrant Turkish shepherd's salad, combines fresh vegetables with a zesty dressing. This refreshing dish is perfect as a side or light main course, showcasing the flavors of ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs.

Turkish · 20 min · 4 servings · Florian Wagner

Ingredients

• 200 g tomatoes, diced
• 150 g cucumbers, diced
• 1 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 50 g fresh parsley, chopped
• 20 g fresh mint, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

Method

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and green bell pepper.
2. Add the chopped parsley and mint to the bowl.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
5. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
6. Serve in a traditional serving bowl, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

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