Name: Salat Al-Shamandar
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: Serves 4-6
Cuisine: Jordanian
Ingredients: ¼ tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp water; 1 clove of garlic, minced; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 orange, juiced; 20 g fresh mint, chopped; 65 g tahini; 20 g fresh parsley, chopped; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 25 g walnuts, chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil; 6 large raw beetroots, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

Preparation info

Serves
4-6

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr

Appears in

Radikal Kitchen

By Radhika Howarth

Published 2024

About

Salat al-Shamandar is a Middle Eastern beetroot salad made with boiled or roasted beets, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, garlic, and herbs. Some variations also include tahini and yoghurt for added creaminess and flavour.

This dish is typically served as a side dish or appetiser, and is often enjoyed with bread, vegetables, or as part of a mezze platter. It is vibrant in colour, with tangy and earthy flavours, a refreshing taste, and its healthy qualities make it a popular choice in M