Nitrate & Nitrite Free Za'atar-Tahini Sardine Salad with Cucumber

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

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Nitrate & Nitrite Free Za'atar-Tahini Sardine Salad with Cucumber

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the salad

2 cans (4.25 oz each) sardines packed in olive oil, drained
1 large english cucumber (about 12 oz), halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped

For the dressing

3 tbsp tahini
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp water
1 ½ tsp za'atar
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
¼ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

For serving

2 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)
1 tsp za'atar, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, water, za'atar, grated garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper until smooth and pourable — the dressing should be about the consistency of a thin yogurt. If it seizes and thickens, whisk in a little more water, 1 tsp at a time.
2
In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, red onion, and parsley. Pour about two-thirds of the dressing over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.

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