Tomato and Olive Salad

This vibrant Tomato and Olive Salad is a delightful mix of fresh ingredients, bursting with the flavors of Morocco. The combination of ripe tomatoes and briny olives creates a refreshing dish that is perfect as a starter or a light meal.

Ingredients

• Ripe tomatoes - 300 grams, diced
• Green olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Black olives - 100 grams, pitted and halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 10 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 30 ml
• Olive oil - 30 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, green olives, black olives, and sliced red onion.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
4. Add the chopped parsley and mint, then toss again to distribute the herbs evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes, which can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Olives provide healthy fats and are known to support heart health.

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