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Moroccan Tomato Salad

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

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.

Originálny recept od Forkin

Celkový čas: 25 min
Porcie: 4
Náročnosť: Ľahká
Na porciu: 77 kcal

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Príprava

Suroviny

500 gripe tomato, diced
1 kscucumber, diced
0,5 ksred onion, finely chopped
0,25 šálkafresh parsley, chopped
2 lyžicafresh mint, chopped

dressing

2 lyžicalemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 lyžicaextra virgin olive oil
0,5 lyžičkaground cumin
0,5 lyžičkasalt
0,25 lyžičkablack pepper, freshly ground
0,25 lyžičkacayenne pepper(voliteľné)

Vybavenie

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

Postup

Krok za krokom

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

Na porciu

Výživové údaje

75%Skóre

Kalórie: 76,8kcal
Bielkoviny: 2,1g
Sacharidy: 10,3g
Tuky: 3,9g
Vláknina: 2,5g
Cukry: 5,5g

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Správne uchovanie

Poznámka kuchára:

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.

Skladovanie

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Ohrievanie

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