Parsley, Mint and Cucumber Salad with Preserved Lem

Name: Parsley, Mint and Cucumber Salad with Preserved Lemon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup thinly sliced, commercially preserved lemons; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 Tbs. fruity extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh spearmint; 2 cups lightly packed Italian parsley leaves, stems removed, washed and spun dry; 1 medium-sized cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut in 1/4-inch dice; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 4 large lemons, preferably organically grown; 1/2 cup coarse kosher salt; 2 to 3 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice

Servings: persons

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To make Preserved Lemons:
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Wash and quarter lemons.
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Using tip of paring knife, remove any visible seeds.
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Sprinkle 2 tablespoons salt in 1-quart, wide-mouth canning jar.
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Drop 4 lemon quarters in jar, and sprinkle with another 2 tablespoons salt.
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Continue to layer lemons and salt in jar.
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Pour in enough lemon juice to fill jar.
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Screw on lid, shake and, if necessary, top off jar with more lemon juice.
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Leave jar at room temperature for about 6 to 8 days, shaking it daily, or until peel softens and pith turns from white to pale yellow throughout.
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To make Salad:
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Stir together preserved lemon, garlic, olive oil and mint in mixing bowl.
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Add spearmint, parsley leaves and cucumber to bowl, season generously with black pepper and toss well.
13
Serve salad chilled or at room temperature.

538

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup thinly sliced, commercially preserved lemons, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 Tbs. fruity extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh spearmint, and more.

Yes, Parsley, Mint and Cucumber Salad with Preserved Lemon 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.

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Parsley, Mint and Cucumber Salad with Preserved Lemon

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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