Servings: 6 side-dishes or 4 main courses

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 2 hours

What You Need:

• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, coarsely chopped
• 1 medium cucumber, cut into small pieces
• 3 medium tomatoes, cut into small pieces
• 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup salad oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons vinegar
• 3/4 teaspoon fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• dash of hot pepper sauce (optional)
• croutons (optional)

What You Do:

1. Combine vegetables and parsley in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Make dressing by combining all remaining ingredients (except croutons) in a covered jar.
3. Shake dressing well and pour over salad. Toss to coat.
4. Cover and chill for 2 hours.
5. Garnish with croutons (if desired) before serving.