Tahini Salad

This cucumber and tomato salad dressed with tahini-lemon dressing and plenty of fresh herbs is a delicious way to get those very valuable brightly-colored veggies, and at the same time have a little fun. This side salad goes nicely with any main dish.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 357 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ¾ cup tahini
• 1 large tomato, diced
• 2 pickle-size Persian cucumbers, diced
• 3 radishes, diced (Optional)
• 1 green onion, sliced
• 10 mint leaves, sliced
• ⅓ bunch parsley, chopped
• Salt, to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine the cucumber, tomato, and radish in a bowl with the green onion, mint, and parsley. In a small bowl, stir together the garlic, tahini, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth; season to taste with salt.

Step 2

Toss the vegetables with the dressing until combined. Cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.