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Tahini Israeli Salad

Vibrant Tahini Israeli Salad Bursting with Fresh Flavors

This Tahini Israeli Salad is a colorful blend of fresh ingredients, tossed in creamy dressing, perfect for a refreshing vegan meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 2 pieces Limes Provides acidity and freshness; can replace with lemon juice if limes are not available.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor; can use sea salt or kosher salt.
  • ¼ cup Tahini Acts as a creamy dressing base; substitute with almond or peanut butter for a different flavor profile.
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Adds richness and extra flavor; can replace with avocado oil for a milder taste.
Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas Offers protein and fiber; can substitute with white beans if desired.
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Adds crispness; can use heirloom or English varieties.
  • 5 stalks Celery Provides crunch; can use bell pepper for a sweeter note.
  • ½ cup Cilantro Adds herbal notes; substitute with parsley if preferred.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • cutting board
  • whisk
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Dressing Preparation
  1. Begin by zesting one fresh lime into a medium mixing bowl. Then, squeeze the juice from both limes into the bowl, adding a pinch of salt, the tahini, and the olive oil. Whisk the mixture together using a fork or a whisk until it’s smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Salad Preparation
  1. While the dressing sits, chop the cucumbers into bite-sized dice, and slice the celery stalks into thin pieces. Drain the canned chickpeas and rinse them under cold water. Gather ½ cup of finely chopped cilantro.
Combine Salad
  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, sliced celery, drained chickpeas, and chopped cilantro. Ensure that every ingredient is well mixed together.
Dress Salad
  1. Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad mixture in the bowl. Using two forks or salad tongs, gently toss everything together to coat evenly.
Serve or Chill
  1. You can serve your salad immediately or allow it to chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Avoid overdressing to prevent sogginess. Letting the salad sit enhances the flavors.

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