Chilled Tomato Salad

This Chilled Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe tomatoes with the umami of miso dressing. Served cold, it's an ideal side dish for any summer meal, bringing a taste of Japanese cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 300 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Red onion - 30 grams
• Fresh basil leaves - 10 grams
• Miso paste - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Wash and dice the ripe tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
2. Peel and thinly slice the cucumber.
3. Finely chop the red onion and set aside.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the miso paste, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth to create the dressing.
5. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients.
7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from tomatoes, supporting skin health and immunity.
• Low in calories while providing hydration and fiber, aiding in digestion.

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