Description
Sumac Onions is a quick and refreshing Turkish onion salad that combines thinly sliced red onions with tangy sumac, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil. Perfectly balanced with fresh parsley and a pinch of salt, this vibrant salad takes just 10 minutes to prepare and adds a zesty, aromatic twist to grilled meats, kebabs, or vegetarian wraps.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 large red onion
- 2 teaspoons sumac
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Handful fresh parsley leaves
- Good pinch of salt
Instructions
- Slice the Onion: Slice the large red onion into thin slices using a sharp knife or a mandolin. For a milder onion taste, optionally soak the sliced onions in a bowl of water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Chop the Parsley: Roughly chop the fresh parsley leaves to release their flavor and add freshness to the salad.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, add the sliced onions, sumac, fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and the chopped parsley. Stir continuously to ensure all onion slices are evenly coated with the sumac and dressing.
- Marinate: Let the salad marinate for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to develop and meld together beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the tangy Sumac Onions alongside BBQ dishes, kebabs, or inside falafel wraps for a bright and flavorful accompaniment.
Notes
- Soaking the onions in water reduces their sharpness and adds a milder flavor.
- Sumac provides a lemony tang that enhances the salad’s freshness.
- This salad is best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated for up to a day.
- Use fresh parsley for best flavor; flat-leaf parsley is preferred.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Turkish
