For a quick bite of colour, flavour and texture this Iranian Salad has everything and more. Shirazi Salad is a crunchy, cool bite that pairs with absolutely everything. Packed with authentic Persian flavours it's a winner at every table.
Whisk together the oil and verjus and add a little salt and pepper.
If you don't have verjus, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, sugar, white wine vinegar, lime juice and a little salt & pepper.
Toss the dressing into the salad and then season with the dried mint.
Refrigerate until needed - it's better if it's sat in the fridge for a couple of hours, but not essential.
Notes
Salad tips
Chilling the salad makes for a great result. A couple of hours will bring down the temperature to a delicious cool - it also gives the dressing time work its magic.
If you don't have verjus, you can use the alternative dressing recipe detailed above.
Shirazi Salad works wonderfully alongside grilled meats and fish as well as with rich soups, stews and sauces. A cooling yoghurt sauce will pair marvellously alongside pita or flatbreads too.