"Israeli Olympian's Easy Endurance Salad Recipe for Peak Performance"
Israeli Olympic long-distance runner Maor Tiyouri credits the Israeli salad as a staple in her diet, eating it twice a day. The salad, consisting of diced tomatoes, onions, and cucumbers topped with a light lemon-based vinaigrette, is not only a taste of home for Tiyouri but also provides important nutritional benefits for endurance athletes. The salad's high fiber content aids digestion and the cardiovascular system, while its colorful variety of vegetables offers vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. However, athletes should avoid consuming salads close to training or competition due to the high fiber content that can cause gut discomfort. A recipe for an Israeli endurance salad is provided, featuring additional ingredients like red bell pepper, carrot, dates, cilantro, and Israeli feta cheese.