Description
Discover the authentic flavors of Turkish cuisine with this Piyaz recipe. This tangy and refreshing salad combines red onions, tomatoes, parsley, and sumac for the perfect side dish to complement grilled meats, kebabs, or flatbreads. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s vegan, flavorful, and versatile.
Ingredients
- 3 medium tomatoes, quartered and roughly chopped
- 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
- 1 bunch of flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) ground sumac
- ½ teaspoon paprika flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Onions:
Place sliced red onions in a bowl, sprinkle with salt and sumac, and gently massage to soften them. - Combine Vegetables:
Add the chopped tomatoes and parsley to the bowl with the onions. Mix gently. - Dress the Salad:
Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over the salad. Add paprika flakes (if using) and black pepper to taste. Toss until combined. - Serve:
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately as a refreshing side dish.
Notes
- To mellow the sharpness of onions, soak them in cold water for a few minutes before preparing.
- Add cooked white beans or a tahini dressing for a regional twist.
- Best served fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Turkish
