A vibrant, finely diced salad of cucumber, tomato, and onion dressed simply with lime juice, dried mint, and olive oil — the essential Persian table companion.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: small bowl
Garnishes: dried mint, lime wedge
Accompaniments: any Persian main dish
Instructions
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1
Dice cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion into very small, uniform pieces (5mm cubes).
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2
Combine all vegetables in a bowl.
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3
Dress with lime juice, olive oil, dried mint, salt, and pepper.
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4
Toss gently. Let sit 5 min for flavors to meld.
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5
Serve immediately — shirazi salad does not keep well.
Did You Know?
The key to authentic shirazi salad is the dice size — everything must be cut to the same tiny size, and Iranians judge cooks by how fine and uniform their dice is.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- sharp knife
- cutting board
- mixing bowl
Garnishing
dried mint, lime wedge
Accompaniments
any Persian main dish
The Story Behind سالاد شیرازی
Named after the city of Shiraz, this salad represents the Persian philosophy that simplicity executed perfectly creates beauty. It appears on virtually every Iranian dinner table as the universal accompaniment. The emphasis on fresh, raw vegetables reflects Iran's ancient garden culture and the abundance of produce in Persian agriculture.
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