Our Afghan salad (salata recipe) is the perfect pair for a hearty dinner or great as an extremely light lunch. You'll be done in 5 minutes!
Recipe by MirriamSeddiq on September 30, 2021
Rating
5 stars ( reviews)
Ingredients
Onion
Tomato
Cucumber
Garlic
Green onion
Dried or Fresh Mint (Dried is traditional)
Lemon juice (fresh if available)
Dill (optional)
Salt and Pepper to Taste
Steps
Watch the video, but the key to success is small dice. Afghans have the original “chopped” salad. No big chunks or it isn’t a proper salata recipe. Don’t be stingy on the dried mint and lemon juice. It should be tart, herbal, and almost “bracing” for American tastes.
Enjoy!
Reviews
Nargis on 2025-03-24 (5 stars): I really like your website.
Melanie Vassel on 2025-09-28 (5 stars): I made this yesterday along with Kabuli Pulao and it was delicious! I was a tad nervous about the mint but it definitely makes the dish. I've saved so many of your recipes, and I will definitely be making them again!
