Salade de Tomates

Salade de Tomates is a refreshing Moroccan dish featuring ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a zesty dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for a light lunch, bursting with flavors that celebrate the essence of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 4 medium (about 500g)
• Red onion - 1 small (about 100g)
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and cut them into wedges or slices.
2. Peel the red onion and slice it thinly.
3. In a large bowl, combine the tomato wedges and sliced onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the tomato and onion mixture.
6. Add the chopped parsley and cilantro, then gently toss everything together until well combined.
7. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh tomatoes.
• Heart-healthy fats from olive oil.

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