Description

A simple and tangy Middle Eastern-inspired salad featuring thinly sliced red onions marinated with sumac, a lemony spice, combined with olive oil, vinegar, and fresh parsley. This easy recipe adds a fresh and vibrant flavor to sandwiches, wraps, burgers, or as a refreshing side salad.

Ingredients

Onions

1 large red onion, thinly sliced

Seasoning & Dressing

2 teaspoons sumac
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Combine: In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced red onion, sumac, and salt. This will begin to soften the onions and infuse them with the characteristic tangy flavor of sumac.
Massage: Gently but thoroughly massage the sumac and salt into the onions for 30 to 60 seconds to help release moisture and intensify the flavors.
Add dressing: Stir in the red wine vinegar or lemon juice, the extra virgin olive oil, and the chopped fresh parsley to coat the onions evenly.
Marinate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least 20 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Serve: Enjoy this zesty sumac onion salad as a refreshing side dish, a condiment, or a flavorful topping for burgers, sandwiches, wraps, or other salads.

Notes

Use thin slices of red onion to ensure quick marination and a pleasant texture.
Sumac provides a tart lemony flavor, but if unavailable, lemon zest can be used as an alternative.
The salad tastes best after marinating for at least 20 minutes but can be prepared well ahead of time.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Adjust salt and vinegar to taste depending on your preference.