Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Israel with this refreshing salad! Made with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and parsley, and dressed with a tangy lemon juice and olive oil dressing, this salad is simple, yet incredibly flavorful. Perfect as a side dish or a light and healthy meal on its own.

Here's a simple recipe for Israeli Salad:

Ingredients:

 - 4 tomatoes, diced

 - 2 cucumbers, diced

 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped

 - 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

 - 3 tablespoons olive oil

 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice

 - Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and parsley.

2- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

3- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

4- Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Enjoy your refreshing Israeli Salad!

Nutritional Values :

Here's an approximate nutritional breakdown for the ingredients in the Israeli Salad recipe:

1. 4 tomatoes, diced (about 400g)

  - Calories: 80 (approximately 20 calories per 100g)

  - Fat: 0.8g

  - Carbohydrates: 18g

  - Protein: 4g

  - Benefits: Rich in vitamins A and C; contains antioxidants like lycopene; supports heart health.

2. 2 cucumbers, diced (about 300g)

  - Calories: 45 (approximately 15 calories per 100g)

  - Fat: 0.3g

  - Carbohydrates: 11g

  - Protein: 2g

  - Benefits: Hydrates the body; low in calories; provides vitamins K and C.

3. 1 small red onion, finely chopped (about 70g)

  - Calories: 30

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 7g

  - Protein: 1g

  - Benefits: Rich in antioxidants; supports immune health and adds flavor.

4. 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped (about 30g)

  - Calories: 10

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 2g

  - Protein: 1g

  - Benefits: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K; supports immune health and digestion.

5. 3 tablespoons olive oil

  - Calories: 360

  - Fat: 42g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Benefits: Provides healthy monounsaturated fats; rich in antioxidants like vitamin E.

6. 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  - Calories: 8

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 2g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Benefits: Rich in vitamin C; supports immune function and adds flavor.

7. Salt and pepper to taste

  - Calories: 0 (negligible for salt and pepper)

  - Fat: 0g

  - Carbohydrates: 0g

  - Protein: 0g

  - Benefits: Enhances flavor; salt supports electrolyte balance.

These values are approximate and may vary based on factors like the size and variety of the ingredients used.