Salade de Câpres

Salade de Câpres is a vibrant French salad that combines the briny flavor of capers with fresh vegetables, creating a delightful medley perfect for any meal. This refreshing dish is not only simple to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Capers - 2 tablespoons
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Add the capers to the vegetable mixture, then pour the dressing over the salad.
4. Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Serve immediately or let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Capers provide anti-inflammatory properties and are low in calories.

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