Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/16 checked
4
servings
2 unit

tomatoes

diced

2 unit

green bell peppers

diced

1 unit

red bell pepper

diced

0.5 unit

cucumber

diced

0.5 cup

olive oil

0.5 unit

red onion

diced

2 unit

scallions

chopped

2 tbsp

lemon juice

1 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh dill

chopped

2 tsp

vinegar

2 clove

garlic

minced

0.5 tsp

ground sumac

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

ground black pepper

to taste

Step 1
~4 min

Dice the tomatoes, green bell peppers, red bell pepper, and cucumber.

Step 2
~4 min

Dice the red onion and chop the scallions.

Step 3
~4 min

Mince the garlic.

Step 4
~4 min

Chop the fresh parsley, mint, and dill.

Step 5
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, green bell peppers, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and scallions.

Step 6
~4 min

Add the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, mint, dill, vinegar, garlic, sumac, salt, and pepper to the bowl.

Step 7
~4 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 8
~4 min

Chill the tomato mixture in the refrigerator for about 25 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Adjust the amount of lemon juice and vinegar to your taste.

Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or falafel.

Serve with pita bread or hummus.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Falafel
Hummus
Pita bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Israel

Cultural Significance

A staple salad in Israeli cuisine, often served as part of a meze spread.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Shabbat
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
BBQ
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

More Israeli Side Dish Recipes

Discover more delicious Israeli Side Dish recipes to expand your culinary repertoire

Israeli
Medium
A-

Potato Pancakes

4.2
(1605 reviews)

Classic Israeli potato pancakes, perfect with applesauce or sour cream.

45 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
80%
75
Israeli
Easy
C+

Salat Katzutz

4.0
(1402 reviews)

A refreshing and simple salad made with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, bell pepper, parsley, and green onion, dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

10 min
80 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
85%
75
Israeli
Easy
A-

How to Make the Perfect Israeli Salad

4.2
(1060 reviews)

A refreshing and simple Israeli salad with diced tomatoes, cucumber, onion, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.

15 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
80%
75
Israeli
Easy
C+

Chopped Salad

4.5
(1123 reviews)

A refreshing and simple Israeli salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs.

10 min
250 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
80%
75
Israeli
Easy
C+

Vegetable Salad

4.5
(1322 reviews)

A refreshing and simple Israeli salad with diced tomatoes, onions, and green pepper, dressed with Italian dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light meal.

10 min
75 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
80%
75
Israeli
Easy
A-

Chopped Salad

4.4
(291 reviews)

A refreshing and simple Israeli salad made with diced cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell pepper, seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

35 min
100 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
85%
75
Israeli
Easy
C+

Israeli Salad (Anytime)

4.3
(1098 reviews)

A refreshing and simple Israeli salad, perfect for any time of day.

15 min
150 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
85%
75
Israeli
Easy
A-

Israeli Couscous and Cucumber Salad

4.4
(949 reviews)

A refreshing and vibrant Israeli couscous salad with cucumber, tomatoes, herbs, and a lemon dressing.

30 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
85%
75