Fresh & Zesty Crisp Shirazi Salad Recipe for Summer Joy - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 3 tomatoes, ripe, finely diced
• 2 Persian cucumbers (or 1 large English cucumber), finely diced
• 1 small red onion, finely diced (or white onion for a milder flavor)
• 3 tablespoons (45 ml) fresh lemon juice (or lime juice for a sharper flavor)
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil (optional, traditional recipes often omit this)
• 2 tablespoons (8 g) fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon (4 g) fresh mint, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried mint)
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper