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Tahini Israeli Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Tahini Israeli Salad for Summer Joy

Discover the vibrant flavors of Tahini Israeli Salad, perfect for summer meals and potlucks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 limes fresh, zested
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea salt or kosher salt if preferred
  • ¼ cup tahini or sunflower seed butter as a nut-free alternative
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil high-quality for best taste
Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas drained, or cooked lentils as alternative
  • 2 medium cucumbers cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 5 stalks celery diced, or bell peppers for sweetness
  • ½ cup cilantro finely chopped, or fresh mint/parsley as substitutes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grate the zest from one lime into a mixing bowl. Squeeze the juice from both limes, adding a pinch of salt, tahini, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine drained chickpeas, diced cucumbers, diced celery, and finely chopped cilantro. Use a spatula to mix gently.
  3. Drizzle the tahini dressing over the salad, tossing gently to coat all vegetables evenly. Serve immediately or allow to chill for up to 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8.5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chill before serving to deepen flavors. Customize with seasonal veggies or proteins. Avoid cutting cucumbers and celery until serving to maintain crispness.

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