Side DishSaladAppetizer

Moroccan Tomato Salad

Name: Moroccan Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 porcije
Cuisine: moroccan
Ingredients: 500 g ripe tomato diced; 1 kom cucumber diced; 0,5 kom red onion finely chopped; 0,25 šalica fresh parsley chopped; 2 žlica fresh mint chopped; 2 žlica lemon juice freshly squeezed; 1 žlica extra virgin olive oil; 0,5 žličica ground cumin; 0,5 žličica salt; 0,25 žličica black pepper freshly ground; 0,25 žličica cayenne pepper (neobavezno)

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.

Izvorni recept autora Forkin

Ukupno vrijeme: 25 min
Porcije: 4
Težina: Lako
Po porciji: 77 kcal

VeganskoVegetarijanskoBez glutena

Priprema

Sastojci

500 gripe tomato, diced
1 komcucumber, diced
0,5 komred onion, finely chopped
0,25 šalicafresh parsley, chopped
2 žlicafresh mint, chopped

dressing

2 žlicalemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 žlicaextra virgin olive oil
0,5 žličicaground cumin
0,5 žličicasalt
0,25 žličicablack pepper, freshly ground
0,25 žličicacayenne pepper(neobavezno)

Oprema

Large mixing bowl · Small mixing bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Measuring spoons · Measuring cups · Salad tongs or large spoon

Postupak

Korak po korak

1
Wash and thoroughly dry all fresh produce.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 3 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 2 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 2 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 2 min
Napomena kuhara: 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).
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes a significant difference compared to bottled juice.
7
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously until well combined and slightly emulsified.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 1 min
9
Gently toss the salad with a large spoon or salad tongs until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 10 min
Napomena kuhara: 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.
Oko 1 min
Napomena kuhara: Give it a final gentle toss before serving to redistribute the dressing.

Po porciji

Nutritivne vrijednosti

75%Ocjena

Kalorije: 76,8kcal
Bjelančevine: 2,1g
Ugljikohidrati: 10,3g
Masti: 3,9g
Vlakna: 2,5g
Šećeri: 5,5g

Procijenjeno prema količinama sastojaka u receptu. Vrijednosti mogu varirati ovisno o robnim markama i zamjenama.

Pravilno čuvanje

Napomena kuhara:

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.

Čuvanje

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Podgrijavanje

This salad is best served chilled and does not require reheating. If the vegetables release too much liquid, drain it before serving.