Ezme

Ezme is a vibrant and spicy Turkish appetizer made from finely chopped vegetables and herbs, perfect for serving with warm pita bread. Its fresh flavors and vibrant colors make it an irresistible starter for any meal.

Ingredients

• Tomatoes - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams
• Red onion - 50 grams
• Green bell pepper - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley - 20 grams
• Fresh mint - 10 grams
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Finely chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green bell pepper. Place them in a mixing bowl.
2. Chop the fresh parsley and mint, then add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables and mix well to combine.
5. Let the Ezme sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a healthy appetizer option.

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