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Antakya Style Za'atar Salad

An essential mezze from Antakya cuisine, prepared with the refreshing aroma of fresh za'atar.

Prep
15 min
Cook
0 min
Time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
120
Level
Easy
Heat
Gentle heat
Region
antakya
Antakya Style Za'atar Salad
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Servings4
Measures

1 cup is 200 ml. 1 tea glass is 100 ml. 1 tablespoon is 15 ml. 1 dessert spoon is 10 ml. 1 teaspoon is 5 ml.

Ingredients

  • 2 bunches fresh za'atar
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 tsp salt

Calories are an editor’s estimate per serving, not a lab measurement.

Method

  1. 1

    Clean the fresh za'atar leaves, wash them well, and dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Thinly slice the onion into half-moons.

  3. 3

    Dice the tomatoes into cubes.

  4. 4

    Prepare the dressing in a large bowl by mixing olive oil, pomegranate molasses, lemon juice, salt, and red pepper flakes.

  5. 5

    Combine all ingredients with the dressing and toss gently.

  6. 6

    Transfer the salad to a serving plate and serve.

Note. Add the dressing just before serving to prevent the za'atar from wilting.

Questions

Can dried za'atar be used?

This recipe is intended for fresh za'atar; dried versions will not provide the same texture.

What does it pair well with?

It pairs perfectly with grilled meats and kebabs.

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