Gavurdağı Salatası (Turkish Chopped Salad) with Walnuts and Pomegranate Molasses

A refreshing and vibrant Turkish chopped salad featuring finely diced vegetables, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy pomegranate molasses dressing.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Calories

325

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.56

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Salad

Cuisine:

British

Mood:

Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

3mediumRipe Tomatoes(Choose firm but juicy tomatoes.)

£1.20

1mediumEnglish Cucumber(Or 2 regular cucumbers, peeled and seeded.)

£0.90

1mediumGreen Bell Pepper(Can also use red or yellow bell pepper for a colorful mix.)

£0.75

0.5mediumRed Onion(Finely diced.)

£0.25

0.5cupFresh Parsley(Finely chopped.)

£0.60

0.5cupWalnuts(Roughly chopped.)

£1.50

2tablespoonsPomegranate Molasses(Adds a tangy and sweet flavor.)

£0.40

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil is best.)

£0.20

1tablespoonLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed.)

£0.15

1teaspoonDried Mint(Optional, but adds a distinct Turkish flavor.)

£0.10

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste.)

£0.05

0.3teaspoonGround Cumin(Optional.)

£0.05

1teaspoonOptional: Honey(For added sweetness. Omit for Vegan)

£0.10

Total Cost

£6.26

£1.56 per serving

The Method

1
Finely dice the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Aim for pieces that are roughly the same size for a uniform texture.
2
Place the diced vegetables in a large bowl.
3
Add the chopped parsley and walnuts to the bowl.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, olive oil, lemon juice, dried mint (if using), salt, pepper, cumin (if using), and honey (if using).
5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Be careful not to overmix.
6
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
7
Serve immediately for the best texture. It can also be chilled for a short time, but the vegetables will soften slightly.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

325 kcal / 1360 kJ

Carbs

23g

9% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

7 g

23% of RDA

Sugar

13 g

14% of RDA

Sodium

320 mg

14% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor.

For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a finely chopped chili pepper.

If you don't have pomegranate molasses, you can substitute with balsamic glaze, although the flavor will be slightly different.

Consider adding other vegetables such as green onions, radishes, or even grilled corn.

Serve with grilled meats, pita bread, or as a side dish to any Turkish meal.

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Chef's Tips

Use the freshest ingredients possible for the best flavor.

For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a finely chopped chili pepper.

If you don't have pomegranate molasses, you can substitute with balsamic glaze, although the flavor will be slightly different.

Consider adding other vegetables such as green onions, radishes, or even grilled corn.

Serve with grilled meats, pita bread, or as a side dish to any Turkish meal.

Gavurdağı Salatası (Turkish Chopped Salad) with Walnuts and Pomegranate Molasses

Ingredients

The Method