Description
Rudy’s Sunshine Salad (Israeli-Inspired Tahini Salad) is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the flavors of summer right to your table. Featuring a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and creamy tahini dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch. Its quick preparation time makes it an ideal choice for busy days, while its nutritious ingredients keep you feeling satisfied. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with grilled proteins, Rudy’s Sunshine Salad is sure to impress with its unique textures and delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 limes
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup tahini (60 g)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (60 mL)
- 1 can chickpeas (14 oz, drained)
- 2 medium cucumbers, diced
- 5 stalks celery, diced
- ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by grating the zest from one lime into a bowl. Squeeze both limes' juice into the bowl and whisk in salt, tahini, and olive oil until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine drained chickpeas, diced cucumbers, diced celery, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg