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| Salatit Khodar Meshakel
This is a recipe by Claudia Roden's "A Book of Middle Eastern Food". Do not prepare it too long before serving, as the ingredients will wilt. Dress it just before putting it on the table. Ingredients can vary according to taste. 1 small romaine or cos lettuce or � large one 2 small cucumbers or 1 longer one 3 tomatoes 1-2 red Italian onions if available, or 1 large mild onion, or 1 small bunch scallions 6 radishes, thinly sliced (optional) 4-5 tbsp finely chopped parsley 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill or chervil (optional) 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint or 1 tsp dried crushed mint (optional) Dressing: 3 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp wine vinegar or lemon juice 1 clove garlic, crushed with salt (optional) Salt and black pepper Wash the lettuce. Peel the onions or scallions. Shred the lettuce, cut the cucumbers (peeled or unpeeled) into small dices. Dice the tomatoes and chop the onions finely, using a sharp knife or an Italian mezzaluna chopper if you have one. Put the prepared vegetables in a salad bowl and mix lightly with the radishes and herbs. Mix the dressing ingredients thoroughly, sprinkle over the salad and mix well. |