This salad is the city of Shiraz’s most famous dish. Known as the cultural capital of Iran, Shiraz is famous for its stunning gardens and beautiful women. There is a saying in Iran: If a single man travels to Shiraz, he will return married.

• 3 cucumbers, roughly chopped
• 5 tomatoes, roughly chopped
• 1 red onion, roughly chopped
• 2g (1 tbsp) dried mint
• 2 limes
• salt and pepper

salt and pepper to taste

Place the cucumber, onion and tomatoes in a large bowl and add the juice of both limes.
Add the dried mint, salt and pepper and mix well. This salad is best served with spiced rice.

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