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Moroccan Tomato Salad

Name: Moroccan Tomato Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 porsiyon
Cuisine: moroccan
Ingredients: 500 g ripe tomato diced; 1 adet cucumber diced; 0,5 adet red onion finely chopped; 0,25 su bardağı fresh parsley chopped; 2 yemek kaşığı fresh mint chopped; 2 yemek kaşığı lemon juice freshly squeezed; 1 yemek kaşığı extra virgin olive oil; 0,5 çay kaşığı ground cumin; 0,5 çay kaşığı salt; 0,25 çay kaşığı black pepper freshly ground; 0,25 çay kaşığı cayenne pepper (isteğe bağlı)

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.

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Toplam süre: 25 dk.
Porsiyon: 4
Zorluk: Kolay
Porsiyon başına: 77 kcal

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Ön hazırlık

Malzemeler

500 gripe tomato, diced
1 adetcucumber, diced
0,5 adetred onion, finely chopped
0,25 su bardağıfresh parsley, chopped
2 yemek kaşığıfresh mint, chopped

dressing

2 yemek kaşığılemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 yemek kaşığıextra virgin olive oil
0,5 çay kaşığıground cumin
0,5 çay kaşığısalt
0,25 çay kaşığıblack pepper, freshly ground
0,25 çay kaşığıcayenne pepper(isteğe bağlı)

Ekipman

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

Hazırlanışı

Adım adım

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

Porsiyon başına

Besin değerleri

75%Puan

Kalori: 76,8kcal
Protein: 2,1g
Karbonhidrat: 10,3g
Yağ: 3,9g
Lif: 2,5g
Şeker: 5,5g

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Tazeliğini koruyun

Aşçının notu:

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.

Saklama

Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Yeniden ısıtma

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