Tomato Salad

This Moroccan Tomato Salad is a refreshing blend of ripe tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and zesty spices, making it a vibrant side dish. Perfectly complementing any meal, it brings a taste of Morocco to your table.

Ingredients

• Tomatoes - 400 grams (about 3 medium-sized)
• Cucumber - 100 grams (1 small, diced)
• Red onion - 50 grams (1/4 medium, finely chopped)
• Fresh parsley - 15 grams (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Fresh mint - 15 grams (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Olive oil - 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
• Lemon juice - 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
• Ground cumin - 1 gram (1/4 teaspoon)
• Salt - 2 grams (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper - 1 gram (1/4 teaspoon)

Steps

1. Wash the tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and the cucumber into small cubes.
2. Finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants, particularly lycopene from tomatoes, which may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• High in vitamins A and C, promoting healthy skin and immune function.

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