Simple Shirazi Salad

3 Roma tomatoes, small diced

1 English cucumber or 4 small Persian cucumbers, small diced

1/4 to 1/2 cup finely chopped onions, red or yellow onions will work here

1/2 green bell pepper, optional, chopped into small pieces

2 to 3 tbsp EACH chopped fresh parsley, cilantro, and dill

1 tbsp dried mint or 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint

Salt and pepper

Sumac to taste (optional)

Juice of 2 large limes (about 4 tbsp)

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 

• Place diced tomatoes for a few minutes in a colander to release excess liquid. (I don’t remove the seeds, so this step helps.)
• In a large bowl, place the diced tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers.
• To flavor, add fresh herbs, dried mint, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Add sumac (I started with 1 tsp). Finally, add lime juice, and a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine.
• If you  have the time, cover and chill this salad in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour for best taste.