Moroccan Tomato Salad
Bright, zesty, and incredibly refreshing, this Moroccan Tomato Salad bursts with the vibrant flavors of ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and aromatic fresh herbs. Dressed in a simple yet potent lemon and cumin vinaigrette, it's a perfect light side dish or appetizer that captures the essence of North African cuisine.
وصفة أصلية من Forkin
- الوقت الإجمالي
- 25 د
- عدد الحصص
- 4
- الصعوبة
- سهلة
- لكل حصة
- 77 kcal
تحضير المكوّنات
المكوّنات
المكوّنات
- 500 gripe tomato, diced
- 1 قطعةcucumber, diced
- 0.5 قطعةred onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 كوبfresh parsley, chopped
- 2 ملعقة كبيرةfresh mint, chopped
dressing
- 2 ملعقة كبيرةlemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 ملعقة كبيرةextra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 ملعقة صغيرةground cumin
- 0.5 ملعقة صغيرةsalt
- 0.25 ملعقة صغيرةblack pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 ملعقة صغيرةcayenne pepper(اختياري)
الأدوات
Large mixing bowl · Small mixing bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Measuring cups · Salad tongs or large spoon
طريقة التحضير
خطوة بخطوة
- 1
Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh produce.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Ensuring vegetables are dry helps the dressing adhere better and prevents a watery salad.
- 2
Dice the ripe tomatoes into uniform, bite-sized pieces and place them into a large mixing bowl.
حوالي 3 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Use firm, ripe tomatoes for the best texture and flavor. Heirloom tomatoes can add beautiful color.
- 3
Dice the cucumber into pieces similar in size to the tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
حوالي 2 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: For a less watery salad, you can scoop out the seeds from the cucumber before dicing.
- 4
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes and cucumber.
حوالي 2 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: If you find red onion too pungent, soak the chopped onion in cold water for 5-10 minutes, then drain thoroughly before adding to the salad.
- 5
Roughly chop the fresh parsley and fresh mint, then add them to the bowl with the vegetables.
حوالي 2 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Use fresh herbs for maximum flavor; dried herbs will not provide the same vibrant taste.
- 6
In a small separate bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes a significant difference compared to bottled juice.
- 7
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously until well combined and slightly emulsified.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Taste the dressing at this stage and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
- 8
Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and herbs in the large bowl.
حوالي 1 د
- 9
Gently toss the salad with a large spoon or salad tongs until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Avoid over-tossing, which can bruise the delicate herbs and tomatoes.
- 10
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and chill.
حوالي 10 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Chilling for 20-30 minutes is ideal for the flavors to fully develop and for the salad to be perfectly refreshing.
- 11
Serve the Moroccan Tomato Salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.
حوالي 1 د
ملاحظة الطاهي: Give it a final gentle toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.
لكل حصة
القيم الغذائية
- السعرات الحرارية
- 76.8kcal
- البروتين
- 2.1g
- الكربوهيدرات
- 10.3g
- الدهون
- 3.9g
- الألياف
- 2.5g
- السكر
- 5.5g
تقديرات محسوبة من كميات مكوّنات الوصفة. قد تختلف القيم باختلاف العلامات التجارية والبدائل.
حافظ على جودتها
This vibrant salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats like chicken or lamb, or alongside a hearty tagine. For an extra touch of Moroccan flair, consider adding a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds or a few pitted Kalamata olives. It's also fantastic as part of a mezze platter with hummus and warm pita bread.
Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
This salad is best served chilled and does not require reheating. If the vegetables release too much liquid, drain it before serving.