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Palestinian Farmer's Salad (Salata Fallahia)

Name: Palestinian Farmer's Salad (Salata Fallahia)
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Palestinian
Ingredients: 4 Persian cucumbers; 1 yellow bell pepper; 3 Roma tomatoes; 2 lemons; 1/2 medium white onion; 1/4 cup fresh mint; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; salt, to taste; 1 tbsp dried mint (optional)

Salata Fallahia is a Palestinian farmer's salad built on finely diced raw vegetables and finished with a pungent whole-lemon dressing that cuts through the fresh produce with bright acidity.

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Total

20 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

4 Persian cucumbers
1 yellow bell pepper
3 Roma tomatoes
2 lemons
1/2 medium white onion
1/4 cup fresh mint
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt, to taste
1 tbsp dried mint (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Finely dice the cucumbers and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
2
Core and finely dice the yellow bell pepper.
3
Core and finely dice the tomatoes.
4
For the lemon, finely dice one whole lemon, including the peel and the white pith. This is a key step for the salad's unique flavor.
5
For the second lemon, remove the peel and then finely dice the flesh.
6
Add the diced bell pepper, tomatoes, and both types of diced lemon (along with any juice) to the bowl with the cucumbers.
7
Finely dice the white onion and add it to the bowl.
8
Chop the fresh mint and fresh parsley, then add them to the salad.
9
Drizzle generously with good quality extra virgin olive oil.
10
Season with a good pinch of salt and, optionally, some dried mint for extra flavor.
11
Toss everything together until well combined. Serve and enjoy.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dice all vegetables uniformly into small cubes so each bite contains balanced flavors and textures.
Use a sharp knife to finely mince the whole lemon (including pith and seeds) for the dressing; a rough chop results in bitter or tough pieces.
Toss the salad gently with your hands or a wooden spoon to avoid bruising delicate vegetables.
Serve immediately after dressing; the fresh vegetables release liquid quickly and dilute the bright lemon flavor.

Substitutions

Persian cucumbers → English cucumber or regular slicing cucumber (peel if waxy)
Fresh parsley → cilantro or additional fresh mint (adjust to taste)
Extra virgin olive oil → light olive oil (though EVOO is traditional and adds richness)

Storage & make-ahead

Store undressed vegetables in separate airtight containers for up to 4 hours; assemble with dressing immediately before serving. Refrigerate leftovers up to 1 day, though texture softens.

Common Questions

Can I prepare Salata Fallahia ahead of time?

Yes, dice the vegetables and store in separate containers for up to 4 hours. Assemble with dressing just before serving to prevent the salad from becoming watery.

What type of lemons work best for the dressing?

Use fresh, juicy lemons (not dried). Persian or Meyer lemons offer milder acidity; regular Lisbon lemons give a sharper bite. Dice the whole lemon finely, including pith, for authentic flavor.