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    Cooking Gorgeous » Recipes » Salads

    Gavurdagi Salatasi (Turkish Tomato Walnut Salad)

    Published: May 25, 2021 · Modified: Jan 13, 2023 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Gavurdagi Salatasi (Turkish Tomato Walnut Salad) is a healthy yet delicious Mediterranean dish made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and crunchy walnuts.

    It is full of different textures and flavors and goes perfectly with all sorts of seafood or meat dishes.

    Gavurdagi Salatasi Turkish tomato walnut salad served with some lemon

    All you need is 10 minutes and a few simple fridge ingredients to make this zingy and refreshing salad. 

    Jump to:
    • What is Gavurdağı Salatası?
    • Why This Recipe Works?
    • Ingredients You'll Need
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Top Tips From the Chef
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Related Recipes
    • Gavurdagi Salatasi (Turkish Tomato Walnut Salad)

    The main characteristic of Gavurdağı Salatası is that the veggies are cut into quite small cubes.

    Apart from some cutting labor, the recipe is quite easy and quick to put together.

    What is Gavurdağı Salatası?

    Gavurdagi Salatasi, also known as Gavurdagi Salad or Gavur Mountain Salad, is a traditional Turkish side dish originating from the Gaziantep region.

    It is a refreshing and vibrant salad made with a combination of fresh summer tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, onions, parsley, and toasted walnuts.

    Gavurdagi is typically dressed with a simple yet flavorful mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and pomegranate molasses, which adds a tangy and sweet note to the salad.

    Gavurdagi Salad is often served as a side dish or appetizer and is known for its bright colors, crisp textures, and delicious taste.

    It is a popular choice during the summer months and a delightful addition to any meal.

    Why This Recipe Works?

    • This healthy yet delicious Turkish Gavurdağ Salatası is very easy to make and ready in just 10 minutes.
    • You can serve this refreshing salad with a variety of dishes such as Creamy Shrimp Risotto With Peas, Jamaican Style Pepper Steak, Vegan Eggplant Moussaka, Grilled Cheese Burrito - Taco Bell Recipe, Mexican Cornbread, or Chorizo and Prawn Pasta.
    • The same as Persian Shirazi Salad, this fresh and zingy Gavurdagi Salad is also perfect as a light lunch along with some crusty bread on the side.
    • All you need is a few fridge&pantry ingredients to make this vegan Turkish Tomato salad.

    Ingredients You'll Need

    Please scroll down to the recipe card below for the full ingredients list with measurements, complete recipe method, recipe notes, and nutritional information.

    Labelled picture of ingredients for Gavurdagi Salatasi - Turkish tomato walnut salad

    Pomegranate Molasses

    One of the main ingredients of Gavurdagi Salatasi (Tomato and Walnut Salad) is pomegranate molasses which is a very popular ingredient in Turkey.

    It adds an amazing tangy and sweet flavor to the salads such as Baba Ganoush without Tahini, Lebanese Fattoush Salad, and Kisir - Turkish Bulgur Salad.

    You can buy them from Middle Eastern markets, or you can find them on Amazon.

    Just make sure that the molasses is natural and made of 100% pomegranate seeds as some alternatives tend to add sugar or other additives.

    You can substitute pomegranate molasses with balsamic glaze.

    However, I highly recommend buying a bottle of pomegranate molasses and using it as a salad dressing.

    • Tomatoes - They are one of the main ingredients for this delicious salad so try to use red and juicy tomatoes. It will make a big difference in taste. They add texture and color to the salad as well as a refreshing flavor. Cherry tomatoes work well too with this salad.
    • Cucumber - Although cucumber is not a traditional ingredient for this salad, I like the freshness and texture it adds.
    • Red onion - You can omit it or use shallots instead.
    • Parsley - It is a great herb to use for salads. You can use both curly and flat-leaf parsley.
    • Lemon juice - It is the perfect element that adds freshness to salads and is commonly used in dressings. Use freshly squeezed lemon juice, not bottled ones.
    • Olive oil - I use a good quality extra virgin olive oil for salad dressings.
    • Walnuts - They add an extra texture and a nutty flavor. Lightly toasting them in a 150° C (300° F) preheated oven for 10 minutes will intensify the nuttiness of the walnuts.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Although the Gavurdagi Salad recipe is very easy, you need to follow a few simple steps to achieve the best results:

    Prepare the Dressing

    Place the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, pomegranate molasses, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.

    the dressing for Gavurdagi Salatasi  Turkish tomato walnut salad

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Peel the cucumbers and deseed them, then cut them into small cubes the same size as tomatoes.

    You don't need to deseed them if using small cucumbers. Place them in a large bowl.

    the cucumber is peeled and cut in cubes

    Tomatoes are one of the main ingredients for this delicious salad so try to use red and juicy tomatoes.

    It will make a big difference in taste.

    Cut the tomatoes into small cubes, approximately 1-2 cm, and then add them to the bowl.

    the tomatoes are cut in cubes

    Chop the onions the same size as the rest of the vegetables then place them together with the tomatoes & cucumbers.

    diced onions are added to the bowl

    Combine and Garnish

    Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it on top of the vegetables.

    chopped parsley is added to the vegetables

    Add the dressing to the vegetables and gently stir to combine.

    adding the dressing to the vegetables

    Serve the salad in a large salad bowl or individual small bowls.

    Finally, garnish the salad with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses.

    Top Tips From the Chef

    • Tomatoes are one of the main ingredients for this delicious salad so try to use red and juicy tomatoes.
    • As with any fresh salad, use the best and freshest ingredients you can possibly get. Always use extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice for the dressing.
    • You can substitute pomegranate molasses with balsamic glaze. However, I highly recommend buying a bottle of pomegranate molasses and using it as a salad dressing.
    • Toss the salad well to ensure that the dressing is evenly distributed throughout the dish.
    • Lightly toasting them in a 150° C (300° F) preheated oven for 10 minutes will intensify the nuttiness of the walnuts.

    Serving Suggestions

    This refreshing Turkish salad pairs perfectly with a wide variety of dishes such as Inegol Kofte, Shish Tawook (Turkish Chicken Kebab), Baked Turkish Meatballs, Spicy and Creamy Swedish Meatball Pasta

    Mushroom and Leek Pie, Lahana Sarmasi - Turkish Cabbage Rolls, Kuru Fasulye, Hasanpaşa Köfte - Turkish Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes, or Islim Kebabi (Aubergine Meatball Wraps).

    Recipe FAQs

    Can I make Gavurdagi Salad ahead?

    This delicious&tangy salad is not suitable to prep in advance as the vegetables will release their juices and it will become very liquid. However, you can prepare the dressing a couple of days in advance and keep it at room temperature until you need it.

    How to store this salad?

    The best is to eat this delicious salad freshly made as it doesn’t keep well. The vegetables release their juices and it becomes very watery if kept for too long.

    Related Recipes

    For more healthy, colorful, and delicious salad recipes why not try:

    • Spicy Thai Mango Salad
    • A salad with tomatoes, lettuce and other vegetables
      Lebanese Fattoush Salad
    • Taboule (Lebanese Tabouli Salad)
    • Beetroot and Feta Salad

    Did you make this recipe? Please let me know how it turned out! Leave a comment below and tag @cookingorgeous on Instagram and hashtag it #cookingorgeous.

    I hope you enjoy the process of making this colorful, refreshing, and healthy Gavurdagi Salatasi (Turkish Tomato Walnut Salad) as much as you enjoy eating it! 🙂 

    Bon appétit! / Afiyet olsun!

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    Gavurdagi Salatasi (Turkish Tomato Walnut Salad)

    Ayla Clulee
    Gavurdagi Salatasi (Tomato and Walnut Salad) is a healthy yet delicious Mediterranean dish made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and walnuts.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Turkish
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 162 kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 Sharp knife
    • 1 measuring spoons
    • 1 whisk
    • 1 kitchen scale

    Ingredients
     
     

    For the Salad

    • 4 medium tomatoes
    • 1 large cucumber
    • ½ red onion
    • 1 tablespoon parsley (finely chopped)

    For the Dressing

    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 ½ tablespoon pomegranate molasses
    • ⅔ teaspoon salt (adjust to your taste)
    • 5-6 walnut halves (to garnish)

    Instructions
     

    • Place the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, pomegranate molasses, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
    • Peel and deseed the cucumber, and cut them into small cubes (1-2 cm). You don't need to deseed them if using small cucumbers. Place them in a bowl.
    • Cut the tomatoes into cubes the same size as cucumbers and then add them to the bowl.
    • Chop the onions the same size as the rest of the vegetables then place them together with the tomatoes & cucumbers.
    • Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it on top of the vegetables.
    • Add the dressing to the vegetables and give it a good stir until nicely combined.
    • Serve the salad in a large salad bowl or individual small bowls. Finally, garnish the salad with chopped walnuts and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses.

    Notes

    • Tomatoes are one of the main ingredients for this delicious salad so try to use red and juicy tomatoes.
    • You can substitute pomegranate molasses with balsamic glaze. However, I highly recommend buying a bottle of pomegranate molasses and using it as a salad dressing.
    • Lightly toasting them in a 150° C (300° F) preheated oven for 10 minutes will intensify the nuttiness of the walnuts.
    • The best is to eat this delicious salad freshly made as it doesn’t keep well. The vegetables release their juices and it becomes very watery if kept for too long.
    • This delicious&tangy salad is not suitable to prep in advance as the vegetables will release their juices and it will become very liquid. However, you can prepare the dressing a couple of days in advance and keep it at room temperature until you need it.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 687mgPotassium: 445mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1164IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Ayla

      August 03, 2021 at 3:12 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely gorgeous, and very tasty. Thank you so much

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    2. Allison

      December 28, 2021 at 7:00 am

      5 stars
      Everyone loved that amazing salad!

      Reply
      • Ayla Clulee

        December 28, 2021 at 7:36 am

        That's lovely to hear dear Allison 🙂

        Reply
    3. Christina

      June 04, 2022 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      Easy to make and very tasty.

      Reply
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