Moroccan Feggous Salad - Armenian Cucumber with Oregano
Feggous is the Moroccan name for the Armenian cucumber, a curved or "bendy" cucumber that's usually eaten unpeeled and is somewhat drier than a regular cucumber. In Morocco, this variety is available in summer, making this salad the perfect answer to hot weather with its refreshing and thirst-quenching qualities.If you can't get hold of Armenian cucumbers, try to use Lebanese or English versions as they tend to have less seeds and a softer skin.
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 29kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb Armenian cucumber, slightly scraped with a knife; discard seeds if they're too big
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 1/2 tbps white vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano or wild thyme
- 1/4 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed (optional)
- 1/2 tsp orange blossom water (optional)
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber either finely or roughly.
- Mix all ingredients and set aside to chill before serving.
- Serve in small bowls or deep plates. You can also serve it in small individual bowls and add more orange juice for a runny starter. Very refreshing especially on hot days and alongside a heavy meal.
- The salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Notes
- If making the salad on short notice, you can quickly chill the salad in the freezer for 10 minutes or so.
Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Sodium: 147mg | Potassium: 197mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 10.9mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.4mg
Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is only an estimate obtained from online calculators. Optional ingredients may not be included in the nutritional information.
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