Mediterranean Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups italian bread shell; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup english cucumber in 1/2 inch cubes; ⅓ cup sweet red bell peppers 1/2 inch pieces; 1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions thinly; 4 cups parsley leaves coarsely chopped; 2 medium tomatoes cubes; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 large garlic cloves finely chopped; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon allspice ground; 9 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin

Servings: persons

2 cups italian bread shell
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup english cucumber in 1/2 inch cubes
⅓ cup sweet red bell peppers 1/2 inch pieces
1/2 cup scallions, spring or green onions thinly
4 cups parsley leaves coarsely chopped
2 medium tomatoes cubes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 large garlic cloves finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon allspice ground
9 tablespoons olive oil, extra-virgin

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["""""NOTE: After a couple of hours, the croutons will start to absorb the dressing.", "Some people like this; others (including the reviewer for Toronto Life!)", "do not.", "Time the addition of the croutons to suit your taste.", """ Preheat oven to 350F (180C).", "Spread the bread cubes on a large baking sheet and toss with the oil.", "Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, turning them every few minutes.", "They will take 10 to 20 minutes, depending on how fresh the bread is.", "Assemble the cucumber, peppers, green onion and parsley in a large bowl; leave out the tomatoes for now.", "Prepare the dressing: Stir the lemon juice, salt and garlic together until the salt dissolves.", "Add the pepper, cinnamon and allspice, then slowly beat in the olive oil.", "(May be prepared up to 12 hours ahead to this point.", ") Place the cut up tomatoes on top of the other vegetables.", "Pour on the dressing and toss well; add the croutons and toss again (see note)."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups italian bread shell, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup english cucumber in 1/2 inch cubes, ⅓ cup sweet red bell peppers 1/2 inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Salad

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